C.1840, French, 4-Column Empire Mantel clock, ebonized wood
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23 October 2024
with rich ormolu accents (bright yellow fire gilding), and in very good original condition. Minor touch up on corners where small abrasions occurred, but overall quite good. The heavy cast dial and bezel with floral themes and with similar designs on the pendulum; the dial is signed Bothereau Nantes. The frieze at the bottom showing two large cornucopia, wheat and other harvest items. This is a large and heavy clock. Note pendulum was filled with lead shot for timing assistance, and swings just above the base. Height 21 inches
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Bothereau
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750.00
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R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
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C.1840, French, 4-Column Empire Mantel clock, ebonized wood with rich ormolu accents (bright yellow fire gilding), and in very good original condition. Minor touch up on corners where small abrasions occurred, but overall quite good. The heavy cast dial and bezel with floral themes and with similar designs on the pendulum; the dial is signed Bothereau Nantes. The frieze at the bottom showing two large cornucopia, wheat and other harvest items. This is a large and heavy clock. Note pendulum was filled with lead shot for timing assistance, and swings just above the base. Height 21 inches
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