Lot 69
  • 69

Louis Majorelle

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • A clock
  • bronze and walnut
  • 41.5cm.;
  • 1ft 4¼in.
walnut, gilt bronze mounts depicting thistles

Literature

Alastair Duncan, Louis Majorelle, Master of Art Nouveau Design, London, 1991, p. 95, plate 90

Condition

A rare clock of good overall appearance. With a slightly lighter patina than is sugested by the catalogue illustration. Pendulum is a later replacement. Minor old marks, knocks and scratches overall, consistent with age. The dial is scratched consistent with cleaning. Movement not tested or guaranteed. Back hinged cover looks to be a replacement and blemished. With one key. Ready for display.
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