Viennese Silver, Enamel, Jeweled, and Lapis Lazuli Clock

Description:

Viennese Silver, Enamel, Jeweled, and Lapis Lazuli Clock, Austria, late 19th century, oval basin with swans finial atop a circular jewel beaded case mounted on the wings of sphinxes seated in opposing positions on stepped plinths set on a rectangular base, the movement inscribed Andreas Widenman a Vienne, ht. 7 in.
Estimate $4,000-6,000

Some cracks to surface of lapis; urn finial loose; enamel chipped along edges of dial. Clock winds but it does not run.


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