A rectangular clock with a so-called “Boulle” marquetry face - Lot 241

Lot n° 241
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1000 - 1500 EUR
A rectangular clock with a so-called “Boulle” marquetry face - Lot 241
A rectangular clock with a so-called “Boulle” marquetry face made of tortoiseshell and brass, the upper section shaped like a gendarme’s cap, surmounted by a winged figure of Renown; the circular dial features blue Roman numerals inscribed on white enamel medallions and is signed MARTINOT in Paris. Ornamentation in chiseled and gilded bronze, including espagnolette handles in the form of figures, allegorical figures, acanthus leaves, fire pots, a serpent, and accent moldings. The entire piece rests on four leaf-decorated spindle legs. Includes key, bell, and pendulum. Louis XIV style, Napoleon III period. 79 x 38 x 15 cm. (Damage and missing parts, notably the trumpet of Fame; some elements need to be reattached).
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