Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2589BLocation: BostonDate / Time: March 31, 2012 10:00AM
Description:
French Tall Case Clock, the white enameled dial with Roman numerals and lettered "Vinay a Lyon," surrounded by repousse brass frame with sunburst and cornucopias, with weight-driven movement, the hinged hood with arched pediment and baluster gallery, the bombe case enclosed by hinged door and on bracket feet, ht. 83 1/2 in.
Estimate $700-900
Usage wear to bottom molding, area around hinges and outside edges; crackling and small chips to enamel dial; possible replaced glass within bombe case.