A FRENCH ORMOLU, PATINATED BRONZE AND BLEU TURQUIN MARBLE FIGURAL CLOCK
SIGNED A. RAPIN, PARIS, DATED 1889
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Price Realised USD 5,000
Estimate
USD 5,000 - USD 8,000
Estimates do not reflect the final hammer price and do not include buyer's premium, any applicable taxes or artist's resale right. Please see the Conditions of Sale for full details.
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A FRENCH ORMOLU, PATINATED BRONZE AND BLEU TURQUIN MARBLE FIGURAL CLOCK
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Overall very good condition and ready to place. The clock with light surface dust throughout. The ormolu with minor surface scratches, tarnish and staining. The bronze patina slightly waxy with rubbing to highpoints and minor staining throughout. The marble with scattered surface nicks and scratches, natural inclusions, and minor "nibbling" to edges. One stain to marble approximately 1x2 in. under putto. The clock movements in good condition and the front glass door not secured.
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Lot 219Sale 19989
SIGNED A. RAPIN, PARIS, DATED 1889A FRENCH ORMOLU, PATINATED BRONZE AND BLEU TURQUIN MARBLE FIGURAL CLOCKEstimate: USD 5,000 - 8,000
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