Louis XVI Ormolu-Mounted White and Grey Marble Portico Mantel Clock, the Movement by Achille Jacques
Louis XVI Ormolu-Mounted White and Grey Marble Portico Mantel Clock, the Movement by Achille Jacques Boucher
The enamel dial signed 'Jques Boucher HGER DE L'OBSERVATOIRE A PARIS'. Achille Jacques Boucher, Horloger de l'Observatoire Royal, 1744, Paris.
16 3/4 x 8 1/4 in.
Sold Christie's, London, September 12, 2007, Lot 1375.
Condition Report: Fitted with twin barrels movement with anchor escapement, silk suspended pendulum and count wheel strike on bell. In generally good overall condition, considering the age. With an old repair with loses on the back left corner of the upper portico. Expected scuffing and wear with minor losses to the borders. With a winding key and pendulum.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.
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Louis XVI Ormolu-Mounted White and Grey Marble Portico Mantel Clock, the Movement by Achille Jacques Boucher
The enamel dial signed 'Jques Boucher HGER DE L'OBSERVATOIRE A PARIS'. Achille Jacques Boucher, Horloger de l'Observatoire Royal, 1744, Paris.
16 3/4 x 8 1/4 in.
Sold Christie's, London, September 12, 2007, Lot 1375.
Condition Report: Fitted with twin barrels movement with anchor escapement, silk suspended pendulum and count wheel strike on bell. In generally good overall condition, considering the age. With an old repair with loses on the back left corner of the upper portico. Expected scuffing and wear with minor losses to the borders. With a winding key and pendulum.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.