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Description:
Cast and Engraved Brass and Iron Lantern Clock, Bodin, Angers, France, 17th century, the iron bell with finial above molded brass frets, the dial with engraved foliate motifs and signed "Bodin A Angers," with custom wooden shelf, ht. 16 in.
The Collection of Donald Ballou Reid, Butternut Farm, Glastonbury, Connecticut.
Estimate $800-1,200
appears to have original verge escapement;
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. 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 shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Bodin, Angers, France, GlastonburyStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
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