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Fr. Gilt Mantle Clock, with Classically-inspired Decor

Currency:USD Category:Antiques Start Price:1,000.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 2,500.00 USD
Fr. Gilt Mantle Clock, with Classically-inspired Decor
<Our item number 122719><B>Attractive Gilt Mantle Clock, with Classically-inspired Decor. France, c. later 19th century.</B> The well crafted and stylish elements comprising the clock revolve about the allegory of shipping, commerce, and profit. A goddess, perhaps Tyche or Fortuna, sits holding an overflowing horn of plenty and a money pouch; her hand above an ornate trident and oar. Below, the clock&#39;s front panel with scene of Mercury standing in ship, and two men discussing monetary arrangements. Gilt elements sharp and finely preserved, with most of clock complete. Movement missing a rear cover, and perhaps a few pieces. Glass cover also needed. A very attractive time piece, well worth restoring. Height: 15-1/2&#34;; width: 10&#34;. <BR>Estimated Value &#36;2,000-2,500. <BR><BR>Our item number 122719<BR><IMAGES><P ALIGN="CENTER"><IMG SRC="http://www.goldbergcoins.net/liveauction/43jpegs/122719.jpg"> </P></IMAGES>