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Creator: Victor Paillard
Magnificent French 19th Century Mantel Clock, Victor Paillard, Paris
By Victor Paillard
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A magnificent 19th century bronze mantel clock depicting allegorical figures representing Geography and literature. The white enamel clock face, Roman numerals, an eight day duration...
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19th Century French Classical Greek Antique Victor Paillard Mantel Clocks
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Bronze
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Victor Paillard mantel clocks for sale on 1stDibs.
Victor Paillard mantel clocks are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Victor Paillard mantel clocks, although gold editions of this piece are particularly popular. Prices for Victor Paillard mantel clocks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $108,640 and can go as high as $108,640, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $108,640.