DESCRIPTION:
France, an unusual table clock with fountain, patinated bronze case in the Gothic taste, the base containing a cut a cut glass reservoir, the front corners with gryphon feet, case front with niche, trimmed with cast foliate ornament and grotesque mask, a twisted glass rod which rotates under power of a concealed movement simulates water pouring from the mouth of the mask, frosted glass dial with painted Roman numerals, 30 hour Swiss verge movement, c1850
CONDITION:
case very dirty, appears to retain some of the original surface, base of niche with rust, foliate ornament and mask loose, glass rod broken and with repair, pinion driving the rod badly rusted, and requires replacement, glass reservoir with a few flakes, dial with touch ups and glued into bezel, minute hand missing, both movements running, fountain movement needs service, and now with a plastic thermostat cover protecting it from dust, Ht 16"
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$600
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