Lot 297 , A late 19th century German porcelain mantel clock, 18in.
A late 19th century German porcelain mantel clock, surmounted with figures of putti representing 'The Seasons', with Japy Freres movement, 18in.
Estimate £200-300
The dial is chipped and cracked to the edge at 10 o'clock. Left foot of central putto has been off and re-glued and is also chipped. The right foot is missing from the putto on the left. A few of the green leaves around the base have tiny chips and part of one leaf is missing. There are 3 hairline cracks visible on the underside of the base and one of them travels up the interior of the clock. Pendulum but no key. Not currently working. We cannot guarantee any of the clocks to be in working order.
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Sold for £200