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Sat, Oct 3, 2020 09:00AM EDT
Lot 451

French Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock

Estimate: $500 - $700

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
19th century, elongated octagonal base with grapevine, torch, and other classical decoration, surmounted by classical figures drawing wine from barrel, metal dial situated in barrel, dial marked "Carault(?) a Paris/Faub. St. honore", pierced back door opening to works, with pendulum, 13-1/2 x 12-3/4 in. - Provenance: Lineberger Estate, Duke Mansion, Charlotte, North Carolina; by descent in family

Condition

scattered surface scratches, some dents and warping, surface dirt layer and accretion, areas of discoloration and tarnishing throughout, some elements slightly loose, attachments for feet slightly warped/bent (one foot resting at an inward angle), pendulum possibly associated (stamped "Made in England"), not tested for functionality
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