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Antique French Vernis Martin Lacquer Clock - Eau de Nil

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    A stunning antique French Vernis Martin style lacquer clock, Circa 1890. The exquisite waisted, lacquered eau de nil case is decorated with delicate floral swags and mounted with gil...
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  • Antique French Gilt Bronze Baroque Cartel Wall Clock
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    A stunning original antique French cartel wall clock by Vincenti et Cie. It is beautifully modelled in gilt bronze in the Baroque style, Shield shaped with swan neck pediment, a grot...
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  • Rare French 18th Century Louis XV Vernis Martin Cartel Clock by Festeau le Jeune
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