GREEN HORN CLOCK with plinth
GREEN HORN CLOCK with plinth,
Louis XV, Paris ca. 1750. The movement signed GILLE L'AINE A PARIS (Pierre II. Gilles-Quentain, maître 1746).
Wood, lined with green horn and gilt bronze. The case, glazed on three sides. Relief-decorated brass dial with 24 enamel cartouches and 2 blued hands. Fine movement, striking the 1/2-hour on bell. Gilt mounts and applications.
36 x 18 x 98 cm.
Some restoration and servicing required.
Provenance:
- Swiss private collection.
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GREEN HORN CLOCK with plinth,
Louis XV, Paris ca. 1750. The movement signed GILLE L'AINE A PARIS (Pierre II. Gilles-Quentain, maître 1746).
Wood, lined with green horn and gilt bronze. The case, glazed on three sides. Relief-decorated brass dial with 24 enamel cartouches and 2 blued hands. Fine movement, striking the 1/2-hour on bell. Gilt mounts and applications.
36 x 18 x 98 cm.
Some restoration and servicing required.
Provenance:
- Swiss private collection.