The November 2023 Auctions: Day One
Thu, Nov 16, 2023 11:00AM EST
Lot 135
Samuel Marti Et Cie (Paris, France) Empire Style Dore Bronze Mantel Clock, Ca. 1860, H 21.5" W 16" Depth 7"
Estimate: $1,500 - $3,000
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The mantel clock offers ornate Neoclassical motifs with an urn finial atop ribbon and foliate motifs on a beveled base with rosette and cornucopia forms. The white enameled dial offers painted Roman numeral hour marks with Arabic numeral five-minute markers. With 'STE ANONYME DES BRONZES' to the 2-key wind dial. The backside of the clockwork has '1626', '77', and the 'MEDAILLE DE BRONZE - S. Marti et Cie' mark impressed to the metal. Circa 1860.
Finely casted bronze. Key not included. Pendulum not included. The front-facing back right leg is bent slightly inward with abrasion to the top and lower corner of the base. The dial is free from cracks and/or losses. The hinged back panel to the clockworks have cracks to the glass. DuMouchelles does not guarantee the working order of watches or clocks. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.
Condition
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