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A fine ormolu figural clock in the Louis XV manner, 19th…
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Melbourne
Date:
29-Mar-2015
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Description:
A fine ormolu figural clock in the Louis XV manner, 19th century, with maker's mark Sj, the finely cast figure of renowned 17th century salonist and friend of La Fontaine, Madame de la Sabliere in her library, leaning upon a pier supporting an enamel dial, the whole upon a plinth decorated with a draped floral border and a scale design above rocaille embellishments and piercings, and a plaque containing a profile of La Fontaine; with key. Height 45.5 cm. Width 33 cm. Depth 13.5 cm
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Horology (Clocks & watches): Clocks - Figural