FRENCH EMPIRE ORMOLU CUPID & PSYCHE MANTEL CLOCK
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Description
French Empire bronze dore figural shelf clock, 19th c., "Psyche Couronnant L'Amour," after Claude Michallon (French, 1751-1799), engine turned dial with black enamel Roman numeral hour markers, time-and-strike movement stamped H*P, silk thread suspension, stepped base with allegorical scene in relief, rising on bracket feet, approx 25.5"h, 16.75"w, 5.5"d **Provenance: From an important Guadalajara, Mexico Estate** Start Price: $400.00
Condition
1.9.23-LOT 1016- the clock chime operates, time and strike springs are good, it has a silk suspension for the pendulum operation, the clock was observed operating for approximately 20 minutes, the face is as pictured with numbers lacking some areas of paint/color, the case overall displays some mellowing, rubs, spotting and wear to patina as pictured, I do not observe any broken or missing elements, rear window is intact with no breaks, see images
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Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact utilize the ASK A QUESTION tab found in each lot. All lots are sold as is and where is. No statement regarding age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, Austin Auction Gallery does not give refunds based on condition. Austin Auction Gallery does not perform any shipping or packing services. We do have a list of suggested shippers who gladly provide quotes prior to your bidding. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers.
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FRENCH EMPIRE ORMOLU CUPID & PSYCHE MANTEL CLOCK
Estimate $600 - $800
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