Single Owner Auction - The Estate of William N. Banks, Jr. of Newnan, Georgia
Sat, Sep 12, 2020 09:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 40
Historical Louisiana Empire Bronze Mantel Clock
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
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, early 19th century, white enamel dial marked "Leparte a Paris", within gilt bronze case with double cornucopia mount and surmounted by urn and anchor, classical female figure with a dragonfly perched in hand and elaborate decorated oar on other side, rectangular base with cupid mount, pendulum and winder key present, 17-1/4 x 13 in.; Provenance: By family tradition, the clock was a gift from Emperor Napoleon to the French Governor of the Louisiana Territory upon his marriage; Peter Hill Antiques, Washington, D.C., October 1968, purchased for $582 (accompanied by original receipt); The Estate of William N. Banks, Jr., Newnan, Georgia
lacking back plate, urn with losses to applied wreath, very minor discoloration to dial enamel at winder openings, minor scattered areas of corrosion and wear to ormolu surfaces
Condition
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