Charles Hour Neoclassical Gilt-bronze Wall Clock

Description:

Charles Hour Neoclassical Gilt-bronze Wall Clock, France, early 20th century, the case suspended from a ribband, flanked by two cornucopias, and with pendant Bacchus mask, the enameled dial with Roman numerals and polychrome floral garlands, case reverse marked "CH. Hour France," ribband reverse stamped indistinctly, possibly "CH," with winding key, ht. 23 in.
Estimate $300-500

Not guaranteed to be in running order. Key not original. Scattered darkening, loss, and spots of verdigris to gilt.


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