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Régence, Paris ca. 1720/30. The dial signed Seugnot à Paris, the movement signed De St. Blimonde à Paris.
Slightly curved case, decorated with brown tortoiseshell and inlaid with engraved brass. Chiseled and gilt bronze mounts. Door bronze designed as three mythological water creatures. Bronze dial with white enamel cartouches. Movement with verge escapement, striking the 1/2-hour on bell.
42 × 20 × 110 cm.
This object contains material of endangered species and is subject to certain trade restrictions. Prospective buyers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import it into another country.
Marquetry restored, and requires restoration. Movement needs to be inspected.
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Régence, Paris ca. 1720/30. The dial signed Seugnot à Paris, the movement signed De St. Blimonde à Paris.
Slightly curved case, decorated with brown tortoiseshell and inlaid with engraved brass. Chiseled and gilt bronze mounts. Door bronze designed as three mythological water creatures. Bronze dial with white enamel cartouches. Movement with verge escapement, striking the 1/2-hour on bell.
42 × 20 × 110 cm.
This object contains material of endangered species and is subject to certain trade restrictions. Prospective buyers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import it into another country.
Marquetry restored, and requires restoration. Movement needs to be inspected.