Lot 393 , A French ormolu mounted red boulle mantel clock, 16in.
A French ormolu mounted red boulle mantel clock, 16in.
Estimate £150-200
Ormolu rubbed down to the base bronze in many areas, boulle work looks good with all of the brass work intact, the slightest hint of it lifting towards the back of the sides at the top but essentially good. Dial with small chips around the winding holes and a few dirt marks but otherwise good. Richard & Co movement in good clean condition, comes with pendulum but no key.
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Sold for £280