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Lot 5088

French Empire Figural Carousel Automaton Ormolu Clock

Estimate: $5,000 - $10,000
Starting Bid
$2,500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $1
$5 $5
$50 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

French Empire Figural Carousel Automaton Ormolu Clock. Manner of Louis-Jacques Vaillant; gilt bronze carrousel form octagonal case, decorated with neoclassical motifs throughout, white enamel dial. Early 19th century. {Approximate dimensions:  20" high x 8 7/8" wide x 6 5/8" deep.}.  

Winders included, as well as small pins which may be unassociated.

Condition:  Case with minor surface wear and small corrosion spots, mainly to top of case.  Pendulum missing so the clock can't be tested properly.  Minor enamel loss around winder hole.

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