Lot 6
  • 6

A Continental silver-gilt, enamel, and hardstone mantel clock, probably Hungarian, 20th century

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • maker's mark PV in oval on rear corner base mount
  • silver, enamel, hardstone
  • height 13 3/4 in.
  • 35cm
the stepped base supporting a circular clock under baldachin with sprial-twist columns, topped by leaping figures, decorated with panels of blue and white enamel, cabochon stones, pendant agate pieces, and green enamel collars to the columns; in velvet-lined display case

Condition

chip to right side of clock pedestal at back, not obvious, clock face not quite straight, otherwise good, impressive
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