Lot 425
  • 425

A Renaissance style gilt-bronze cartel clock Paris, circa 1890.

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • gilt-bronze
  • height 33 1/2 in.; width 11 in.
  • 85 cm; 28 cm
the dial signed F. BREDEAUT / LUMIN...  PARIS / 83 Rue Turenne.

Condition

Overall in good condition; the case is well cast and retains its original gilding but with tarnishing, rubbing and dirt to crevices; the dial with two minor chips around the right key hole; the inscription with wear.
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