The design of this mantel clock is similar to the example by Franois Vion and Pierre-Antoine Foullet executed circa 1770. The design of a closely related pendule au Lion is illustrated in H. Ottomeyer and P. Pröschel, Vergoldete Bronzen, Munich, 1986, vol. I, p. 193, fig. 3.11.6
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In well maintained condition and ready to place. Overall with nicks, marks and scratches consistent with age and use. The ormolu with some scattered rubbing, wear and tarnish. Some casting flaws; re-gilt. The dial with some small 'nibbles' to the winding holes. One hand detatched but retained. The base with some minor wear, cracking and separation. WITH TWO WINDING KEYS. With pendulum, lacking bell. Please note that Christie's does not guarantee the working order of clocks. Variation in tone of metal. Some adhesive metal to the glass. The dial restored.
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Lot 289Sale 19552
CIRCA 1760, THE MOVEMENT APPARENTLY ORIGINAL, RE-GILTA LATE LOUIS XV ORMOLU AND EBONIZED MANTEL CLOCKEstimate: USD 4,000 - 6,000
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