A CHINESE HARDWOOD TABLE CLOCK

A CHINESE HARDWOOD TABLE CLOCK

LATE QING DYNASTY

The white enamel dial with Roman numerals, surrounded by a gilt metal frame decorated with shou characters, bats and scrolling foliate designs, contained within a rectangular case, with fret-carved side panels incised with further shou characters and two rectangular windows. A carved backplate and sliding panels to the front and reverse, accompanied with a winding key, 50.4cm including stand. (4)

Provenance: property from a deceased estate, Cheshire.

Cf. Christie's, London, 13th November 2015, lot 1174 for a Chinese hardwood striking table clock of similar design.

PLEASE NOTE THIS LOT IS TO BE OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE.