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Ormolu and Sevres Porcelain Antique French Clock by Le Roy et Fils
About the Item
- Creator:Le Roy (Clockmaker)
- Similar to:Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
- Style:Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1860
- Condition:Repaired: The movement has been fully overhauled and tested by our clockmaker. Wear consistent with age and use. The gilding is clean and bright with some wear and discolouration in places. Porcelain is very good, there is some wear, some minor loss to the applied 'jewels' and overglaze decoration. Dial lettering, slightly worn and small chips to winding holes.
- Seller Location:Belper, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: RSC31161stDibs: LU2496322964712

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