Lot 718

A French gilt-bronze and Sevres style mounted mantel clock

By Japy Frères, late 19th Century

Estimate: £300 - £500
Hammer price: £350
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.

Surmounted with a bird and foliage above a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, the movement stamped with Japy Frères cachet, striking on a bell, with pendulum and winding key
42cm high; 44cm wide

Condition report:
- Lacking an element from the foliate mount at the top of the clock, possibly a bird. 
-  Dial cover probably replaced. 
- Chips to the enamel dial, particularly around the winding hole and centre. 
- Two feet later added. 
- Case probably re-gilded. 
- Movement runs when wound, but we would recommend professional servicing. 

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