River Ranch: The Collection of Carole Harris | Part II | June 18, 2025
Wed, Jun 18, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 472
Empire Ormolu and Patinated-Bronze 'L' Amerique' Mantel Clock
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
Sold for
$10,000
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $200 | $50 |
| $500 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
Fitted with later cut-glass discs. The figure of L'Amerique represents a Native American Indian and is celebrated as one of the four continents.
21 1/4 x 15 1/2 x 3 3/4 in.
Note: A similar model is illustrated in Pierre Kjellberg, Encyclopedie de La Pendule Francaise du Moyen Age au XX Siecle, p. 352, plate A. The above offered lot has an additional demi-lune figural plaque than the illustrated clock in Kjellberg.
Condition
In good condition. The figure is lacking a bow in her right hand and tree branches behind her. The spear with a slight bend and tarnished. The unmarked dial with an enamel chip to the left keyhole and two spots along the rim. Gilding worn and tarnished on the side panels, top and clock drum. A few discs are replaced, and one is missing around the dial. Lacking a back panel on the clock works, and not in current working order.
Notwithstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.
Available payment options
COLLECTION FROM STAIR: We suggest requesting a quote for packing and shipping prior to bidding on an item, as you will be responsible for collection or shipping if you are the successful bidder. We are open for pickups Monday through Friday, from 9:30am to 12pm and again from 1pm to 4:30pm. Please call us at 518.751.1000 to schedule collection. We ask that you collect your items or make collection arrangements within 10 days of your purchase. Below is a list of shippers our clients use on a regular basis, but feel free to use your shipper of choice. For smaller items that can be boxed and shipped: UPS Store #4541 230 Kings Mall Court Kingston, New York 12401 T: 845.336.4877 F: 845.336.3832 E: store4541@theupsstore.com UPS Store #5539 160 Fairview Avenue Hudson, New York 12534 T: 518.828.8777 F: 518.822.8727 E: store5539@theupsstore.com UPS Store #4861 6565 Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, New York 12572 T: 845.876.3357 F: 845.876.3524 E: store4861@theupsstore.com For furniture and other large items: Meticulous Inc. T: 845.256.7047 F: 845.256.7039 E: meticulousmovers@live.com Sure Express 1-800-335-9996 judy@sureexpress.com Worldwide Shipping: James Bourlet, Inc. T: 718.392.9770 F: 718.392.2470 www.bourlet.org Cadogan Tate Fine Art Worldwide Fine Art Logistics T: 718.706.7999 F: 718.707.2847 E: fineartny@cadogantate.com www.cadogantate.com. When arranging collection with your shipper, please ask them to email BOL@stairgalleries.com to submit a Bill of Lading and request a pickup time 48-hours in advance.
The Collection of Carole Harris.
- 549 Warren Street
Hudson, New York 12534 - 518.751.1000
Copyright © 2013- STAIR Galleries. All Rights Reserved.Terms of Use
Powered by: