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Emporium Auction | October 23, 2020

Fri, Oct 23, 2020 09:00AM EDT
Lot 405

Gilt Bronze and Metal Figural Mantel Clock

Estimate: $200 - $400

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
American, 19th/20th century, on elongated rectangular base with bracket feet, metal scrollwork and mask mounts, surmounted by figure of Italian goldsmith and sculptor Benvenuto Cellini, scrollwork and floral decoration, 5-1/2 inch dial marked "Made by the NewHaven Clock Co. New Haven Conn. U.S.A.", manufactured as number 571 and one of a series, eight day movement with half hour strike, with winder key, 15-1/2 x 20 x 6-5/8 in. - Provenance: Proceeds to Benefit Asheville Symphony Guild Music in the Schools Program

Condition

surface dirt layer and accretion, scattered surface scratches, some areas of gilt loss, some elements loose (especially clock side handles and finial),ÿnot tested for functionality
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