Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
French Gilt and Enamel Mantel Clock, France, c. 1880, enamel-jeweled cobalt ground urn set atop the gilt and enamel panel case with garden scenes, 4-in. enamel Roman numeral dial with putti and floral center, all on flattened ball feet, eight-day time and strike movement stamped Vincenti & Cie 1855, Medaille d'Argent, ht. 24 in.
Estimate $1,000-1,500
Small piece of gilt metal off but with the clock. Glass out of rear door but with the clock. Clock ticks and strikes.
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FranceJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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