Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Henry Marc Napoleon Mantel Clock, Paris, c. 1840, flat-top multicolored marble case with brass cornice topped by a bronze statue of Napoleon on his horse, cast brass bezel with heavy beveled glass over the 4-in. brass Roman numeral dial marked Hnry Marc, a Paris, eight-day movement with countwheel strike and a silk thread suspension marked Delauncy a Paris, ht. 19 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,000
Clock is presently ticking and striking. Slight rub to finish of statue on Napoleon's right boot. A few slight edge chips to marble.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Paris, Napoleon Mantel ClockJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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