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An Ormolu Directoire 'Squelette' Mantel Clock


An Ormolu Directoire 'Squelette' Mantel Clock ( 1795 )

Price:    gbp 5800.00 (Pound Sterling)
Dimensions:   23.75cm wide   45.60cm high   12.70cm deep (9.35 inches wide  17.95 inches high  5.00 inches deep)
Description:   

The clock held behind a fretted and matted frame , and surmounted by a pair of lovebirds within a foliate wreath , is supported by two winged female figures seated on fine moulded arches resting on four cylindrical supports on a black marble base .
The Roman dial consists of a white enamel chapter ring with a blue outer edge decorated with gold stars. The open dial center reveals the motionwork of the clock and the gilt hands are pierced and chased.
The eight day movement stikes on a bell and the sunburst pendulum is silk suspended.






 


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