Period French Empire Clock Called 'The Library'
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Period French Empire Clock Called 'The Library'
About the Item
- Attributed to:Claude Galle (Metalworker)
- Dimensions:Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
- Style:First Empire (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1820
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. original mercury gilding in pristine condition, clock movement cleaned and in excellent working order.
- Seller Location:Vancouver, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU90121502542
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