10-13-201710-13-2017
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
3031BBoston
October 13, 2017 10:00 AMCalender
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Sevres-style Gilt-bronze Mantel Clock

Sell one like this
$523$425
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 3031BLocation: BostonDate / Time: October 13, 2017 10:00AM

Description:

Sevres-style Gilt-bronze Mantel Clock, mid to late 19th century, urn surmounting a garland-topped round dial highlighted by flanking figural masks, face with roman numerals accented by arabesques over figural plaque, base with foliage and stylized toupie feet, inscribed to mechanism "Cles TAYLOR & SON BRISTOL PARIS," ht. 13 3/4, wd. 10 3/4, dp. 5 1/2 in.
Estimate $600-800

Missing a lower side panel of porcelain and the back door. The clock does wind although we do not guarantee the workings. Gilding all very fresh, may have been cleaned.


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