Lot 427 , A French Restauration ormolu mantel clock by Sironval, Palais Royal, No. 142 14in.

A French Restauration ormolu mantel clock by Sironval, Palais Royal, No. 142 14in.

A French Restoration ormolu mantel clock by Sironval, Palais Royal, No. 142 with silk suspension movement stamped E.F. 14in.
Estimate £300-500

Overall case with a good matted ormolu finish, a number of small light oxidisation spots showing, one verdigris coloured spot lower down in the front of the case and more discolouration to the sides of the case where fingers have rubbed it over the years, fine hairline cracks through the enamel chapter ring near 12, 10 and 9 o'clock, this all looks to be original, hands look original, hands look original, slightly oxidised, movement complete, looks to be in good order although not tested for timekeeping, comes with a key and pendulum.


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