19th Century Furniture & Decorative Art
Sep 24, 2020
48 Jericho Tpke. Mineola, NY 11501, United States
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LOT 51:
19 Century Empire Style Striking Portico Clock
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Start price:
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6,500
Estimated price:
$9,000 - $10,000
Auction house commission: 25%
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19 Century Empire Style Striking Portico Clock
with gilt and patinated bronze, white enamel dial, and steel moon hands
39 in. (99 cm.) high; 19 in. (48.5 cm.) wide
Second half 19th century.
The case with stepped top, centered by a displaced eagle mount, supported by classical winged female figures resting on orbs, on stepped base, with relief mount to the front depicting Aurora in her chariot and wreath mounts to the sides, with acanthus cast gallery and front feet modeled as eagles atop orbs. The dial, with apron cast in relief with a cherub resting on a swag, white enamel Roman chapter ring with engine-turned center, steel moon hands. The twin barrel movement with counter wheel strike on bell, with theatrical mask and flower cast pendulum, and associated winding key.
