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Collection of Jean and Jim Barrow | May 20, 2023

Sat, May 20, 2023 09:00AM EDT
Lot 109

Egyptian Revival Marble and Gilt Bronze Mounted Mantel Clock

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

French, 19th century, dial with Roman numerals and lettering "Germain a Paris", set in gilt bronze case over openwork drapery swags and sphinx figural supports, on stepped marble bases with gilt bronze star, mask, and classical scene decoration, bronze urn and reed finial with two swans, mask and sun pendulum, with winder key, 22 x 14 x 4-3/4 in.

Condition

surface dirt and accretion, especially to marble, some discoloration to bronze, finial, drapery, and appliques loose, not tested for functionality

Northeast Auctions, Manchester, New Hampshire, November 11-12, 2000, lot 948, sold for $7,500 hammer (accompanied by copy of catalog page); Collection of Jean and Jim Barrow