French Bronze Clock, Empire Pendule, Circa 1820
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French Bronze Clock, Empire Pendule, Circa 1820
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 12.21 in (31 cm)Width: 10.24 in (26 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
- Style:Empire (Of the Period)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1820
- Condition:Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Perfect technical and optical condition. The movement has been cleaned and overhauled, it runs accurately and reliably.
- Seller Location:Greven, DE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5419229386252
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