Lot 387 , An early 20th century ormolu and porcelain hour repeating carriage clock, 6.5in., with travelling case

An early 20th century ormolu and porcelain hour repeating carriage clock, the dial and side panels painted and gilded with birds, butterflies and flowers, movement striking on a gong, 6.5in., with travelling case
Estimate £600-800

Case retains much of what looks to be an original slightly dark matted gilt finish but has wear to the typical raised areas along with some oxidisation spotting, dial perhaps a little dirty but otherwise looks original and undamaged, hands look original, right hand panel is possibly slightly out of alignment but does show a small chipped hole in the lower right corner, it is possible this could be re-adjusted to conceal it, left side panel with no faults, a dent to the top left corner of the case and some scratching around the left side of the back door, movement numbered 5076, looks to be in good condition, is going but not tested for timekeeping, repeat is going but out of sync with dial, original case has lost almost all of its dark red finish, has original purple velvet lining with some wear and loss to the ribbons and has the original key numbered 5076.


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Sold for £1,600