Lot 388 , An early 20th century French ormolu and champleve enamel repeating carriage clock with alarm, 4.5in.

An early 20th century French ormolu and champleve enamel repeating carriage clock with alarm, with foliate enamelled corinthian columns and gilt dial, movement striking on two gongs, 4.5in.
Estimate £600-800

Most of the original gilt finish is now worn away from the case which has typical small spots of oxidisation and very light surface wear, enamelled pillars are all in good order, dial slightly matted and a little dirty, all glass panels good, movement complete but overwound with the escapement set solid, numbered in the lower left corner of the backplate 4150, height given is with the handle folded down.


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Sold for £750