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December 11, 2013

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LOT 223

Lot 223

Large French Champlevé Enamelled and Gilt Bronze Temple Form Mantle Clock, c.1900

Large French Champlevé Enamelled and Gilt Bronze Temple Form Mantle Clock, c.1900
Lot 223 Details
Large French Champlevé Enamelled and Gilt Bronze Temple Form Mantle Clock, c.1900

the 5 inch dial fronting a two train movement signed Japy Freres, striking gong with faux mercury pendulum in four panel case flanked by curved four column colonnades and surmounted by fruit baskets and covered urn
height 21" — 53.3 cm.

Estimate $12,000-$15,000

Realised: $71,500
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Large French Champlevé Enamelled and Gilt Bronze Temple Form Mantle Clock, c.1900
  • Large French Champlevé Enamelled and Gilt Bronze Temple Form Mantle Clock, c.1900
  • Large French Champlevé Enamelled and Gilt Bronze Temple Form Mantle Clock, c.1900
  • Large French Champlevé Enamelled and Gilt Bronze Temple Form Mantle Clock, c.1900
Provenance:

Collection of His Majesty Farouk I, King of Egypt; sold by Sotheby & Co., The Palace Collections of Egypt, March 10 - 20, 1954

CONDITION DETAILS

Movement complete and working although not guaranteed. Chips to side and back panels. Door knobs replaced. One rear foot missing (not visible from front).

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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