• Property from the Collection of James Grafstein
Lot 127

Fine Empire Ormolu Mantle Clock with Cupid, Dial Signed Pillard L'ainé à Troyes

Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
Sold for

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

18 1/4 x 9 1/2 x 5 in.

Note: A nearly identical clock is illustrated in Pierre Kjellberg, Enclopédie de La Pendule Francaise, p. 447, plate D. 

Condition

Scattered oxidation, pitting and scuffing throughout. Missing blue discs surrounding the dial. The enamel dial with chips to the left keyhole and staining. Fitted with a winding key, a later pendulum and lacking a back panel for the clock works.

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.

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Property from the Collection of James Grafstein