Emporium Auction
Thu, Apr 8, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 27
Two Aesthetic Movement French Carriage Clocks
Estimate: $300 - $500
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, in rectangular gilt bronze frames with beveled glass panels, back panel opening to interior works, stamped "S F" and "France", with winder keys; one with leaf and scrollwork borders, shaped swing handle, dial with floral garland decoration, in fitted case with label "Luiz de Rezende & Cie/Rio de Janeiro", 6-1/4 x 3 x 2-3/4 in.; one with geometric borders, urn finials at corners, retracting handle, 6-1/4 x 3-1/4 x 2-5/8 in.
surface dirt layer and accretion, some discoloration to metal elements, some scratches, nicks, and chips to glass panels, not tested for functionality; example with floral dial missing one set of hands; other example with one foot loose (screw probably partially stripped); case with some wear and abrasions, handle coming loose
Condition
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