C.1890, French, Silvered Spelter Figural clock, an unusual design with young boys and masks, one boy holding a harp, and the other a writing instrument; the case surmounted by a large urn with two young boys seated on the side handles. — Antique Clocks Price Guide

Name: C.1890, French, Silvered Spelter Figural clock, an unusual design with young boys and masks, one boy holding a harp, and the other a writing instrument; the case surmounted by a large urn with two young boys seated on the side handles.
Brand: Unsigned
Price: 900 USD
Availability: Discontinued

Shelf Figural Unsigned France auction

Price Record

Sale date 11/1/1999

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Maker Unsigned
Type Shelf Figural
Country France
Price type auction
Date 11/1/1999
Source R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts

Description

In the past, the case has been disassembled and the basic tower scrubbed to bare white metal. The mounts retain about half to two thirds of their silvering. The dial is silvered as well, as are the hands, and the time would be easier to see if the hands were darker. Has a good 8-day, bell strike movement, signed H and F, Paris, just overhauled. The case is all sound and unbroken, but would benefit from refinishing. Height 22'

Record courtesy of R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts