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French Early 18th Century Louis XV Period Tortoise Shell and Ormolu Cartel Clock
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A spectacular and extremely high quality French early 18th century Louis XV period tortoise shell and ormolu mounted Cartel clock. The impressive clock rests on its original wall mounted bracket with a bottom ormolu finial of an owl below four 'S' scrolled corners decorated with rooster heads amidst acanthus leaves, and a pierced central reserve below a draped trophy. The clock is raised by sensational 'S' scrolled ormolu acanthus leaf supports with continued ormolu scrolls above. The original dial with enameled cartouches and hand painted Roman numerals within a hand blown glass door with ormolu trim and decorated with an ormolu mount of children and parrots on each side. All below an ormolu female maiden guarded by serpents. All original gilt and movement.
- Dimensions:Height: 46 in (116.84 cm)Width: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
- Style:Louis XV (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1700s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:West Palm Beach, FL
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