10-27-201610-27-2016
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
October 27, 2016 10:00 AMCalender
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Robert-Houdin Glass Dial Mystery Clock

Sell one like this
$7,995$6,500
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2946MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: October 28, 2016 10:00AM

Description:

Robert-Houdin Glass Dial Mystery Clock, France, c. 1840, No. 68, bronze waisted case stamped 68 on interior, Brevet D'Invention on the back, foliate scrolls flanking a putto supporting the clock above, opposing griffins guard the column supporting the glass dial, all on a reeded ormolu base with scroll feet, eight-day time and strike movement with silk thread suspension, ht. 14 in.
Estimate $6,000-8,000

Clock ticking and striking.


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Keywords

Robert-Houdin Glass, France