Figural mantel clock - Brass, Spelter - 1910-1920

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€ 6
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Paula Martin-Calero Toro
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Selected by Paula Martin-Calero Toro

Holds a degree in art history; over six years cataloguing and appraising antiques.

Estimate  € 150 - € 180
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€6
IT
€5
LT
€4

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French figurative mantel clock, estimated 1910–1920, in brass and spelter with alabaster accents, depicting two peasants in period dress, circular white enamel dial with Roman numerals, half-hour strike with a bell, not in working order.

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Description from the seller

Late 19th-century mantel clock, made of gilded metal (spelter or bronze) with alabaster details and depicting a couple of peasants in costume. Materials: gilded metal and base/insertions in white alabaster. Subject: Two side figures wearing 18th-century attire or peasant clothing with tools (such as a rake).
Dial: Circular white enamel dial with Roman numerals.
The item is finely worked, as shown in the photo(s).
See the photos for the dimensions.
Condition: Good for its age. The material is on a wooden base.
The clock does not work and needs a service/overhaul.
Please examine the photos carefully, which are part of the description, for the condition of the item.
Insured shipping and well cared for.

Late 19th-century mantel clock, made of gilded metal (spelter or bronze) with alabaster details and depicting a couple of peasants in costume. Materials: gilded metal and base/insertions in white alabaster. Subject: Two side figures wearing 18th-century attire or peasant clothing with tools (such as a rake).
Dial: Circular white enamel dial with Roman numerals.
The item is finely worked, as shown in the photo(s).
See the photos for the dimensions.
Condition: Good for its age. The material is on a wooden base.
The clock does not work and needs a service/overhaul.
Please examine the photos carefully, which are part of the description, for the condition of the item.
Insured shipping and well cared for.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Clock type
Figural mantel clock
Material
Brass, Spelter
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
1 day movement
Striking
half hour, one bell
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
No
Height
33 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
1910-1920
Weight
3.1 g
ItalyVerified
1797
Objects sold
96.22%
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