Rare 18th Century Parisian Wall Clock by Ferdinand Berthoud & Pierre Le Roy
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Rare 18th Century Parisian Wall Clock by Ferdinand Berthoud & Pierre Le Roy
About the Item
- Creator:Ferdinand Berthoud (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 56 in (142.24 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1760's
- Condition:Minor losses. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:Fort Lauderdale, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: 1306149110438
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