A CHARLES X ORMOLU MOUNTED EBONIZED WOOD PORTICO CLOCK,
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Description
A CHARLES X ORMOLU MOUNTED EBONIZED WOOD PORTICO CLOCK, BY J. HUNZIKER, 1820s, with a stepped rectangular tapering molded cornice above a plain frieze supported by four columns with engine turned capitals, centering a circular drum form case with a rose and marguerite floral cast bezel framing a gilt dial, enclosing black Roman chapters and steel Breguet hands over twin key escapements flanking signature "HUNZIKER / RUE DE BUSSY, No 22," verso clockwork brass pate cover stamped "MAZUR," suspending a gridiron pendulum with disc form bob. Height: 21 3/4" Width: 11 1/2" Depth: 7 1/4" Note: J. Hunziker is recorded as working 1804-1830. Provenance: Lifelong Collection of Clocks and Antiques, Navasota, Texas.
Condition
Good condition for clocks of this age, materials and use including but not limited to normal age cracks, buildup in crevices, touch-ups, gilding wear, signature on dial face is worn, some light surface rust on gridiron rods and lacking back cover panel. Simpson Galleries does not guarantee any timepiece or clockwork mechanism. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
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A CHARLES X ORMOLU MOUNTED EBONIZED WOOD PORTICO CLOCK,
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