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Robert Prenzel (attributed), rare Australian Art Nouveau mantel…
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Auction Location:
Melbourne
Date:
7-Dec-2021
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Description:
Robert Prenzel (attributed), rare Australian Art Nouveau mantel clock, early 20th century. Shallow stepped inverted bell top case supported on full height sabre pilasters terminating in out swept feet, marquetry inlaid black bean dial with maple inl Australian Arts & Crafts mantel clock, early 20th century. Shallow stepped inverted bell top case supported on full height sabre pilasters terminating in out swept feet, marquetry inlaid black bean dial with maple inlaid Arabic numerals and brass spade hands, fiddleback maple hinged door with leaf floral inlay to the corners and decorative patinated copper strap hinges. Case unusually fitted with a single drawer for clock key storage with figured blackwood knobs, American time and strike movement striking on a bell. A stunning piece. 53 cm high, 41 cm wide, 15 cm deep.
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Category:
Unclassified