Lot 4010 ♣ - ibid102 Clocks – online only - Wednesday, 03. April 2019, 9.00 AM
CLOCK ON BASE,
Louis XV, Paris, ca. 1740. The movement and dial signed BAPTISTE BAILLON À PARIS.
Curved case, applied with red tortoiseshell. Opulent bronze mounts, designed as rocailles, flowers and leaves. Bronze dial with white enamel cartouches. Movement with verge escapement and Grande Sonnerie on 3 bells.
40x18x97 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.
- Tortoiseshell replaced later, probably formerly with Boulle marquetry
- Cracks and losses
- Enamel cartouches with cracks
- Movement, potentially requires servicing
CHF 2 500 / 3 500 | (€ 2 580 / 3 610)
Sold for CHF 2 070 (including buyer’s premium)
All information is subject to change.