Assembled Louis XV/XVI-style Gilt-bronze Clock Garniture

Description:

Assembled Louis XV/XVI-style Gilt-bronze Clock Garniture, France, 18th/19th century, clock with rooster crest over a round roman numeral dial inscribed "BALTHAZARD/A PARIS," patinated putti highlighting a shaped base stamped with "S," on large toupie feet, ht. 24, wd. 16, dp. 9; each candelabra with patinated putti issuing a six-light scrolling armature, base stamped "H. PICARD," ht. 29 1/4, wd. 16, dp. 9 in.
Estimate $2,000-4,000

Mechanism on clock not guaranteed to be in working order. All pieces have age-typical wear including some rubbing and nicks to surfaces. All three pieces have numerous areas of re-gilding. Clock has one foot that needs securing.


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