Gilt French Mantel Clock

Description:

Gilt French Mantel Clock, with standing figure of Prussian scientist and explorer Alexander von Humboldt beside an enameled Roman numeral dial festooned with garlands, capped with books and a table globe on raised rococo pedestal with garlands and central cartouche cast Au Humboldt, housing eight-day time and strike movement with countwheel strike, (hairline cracks on dial, chipping under the regulator, lacking rear door),ht. 15 3/4 in.
Estimate $900-1,200

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