Art Deco Mantle Clock

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By Aspire Auctions

Aug 31, 2024 - Sep 7, 2024

Set Reminder 2024-08-31 10:00:00 2024-09-07 13:00:00 America/New_York Bidsquare Bidsquare : Fine Arts, Antiques and Jewelry Online Auction https://www.bidsquare.com/auctions/aspire-auctions/fine-arts-antiques-and-jewelry-online-auction-16662
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• Lot Description
  An oversized clock made from onyx and marble slabs, with red sunrays inlayed into white onyx; on the facia of the clock case. Surmounted is a nude woman in matte black, dragging a cloth satchel, interacting with a swallow. A rectangular silver dial with stylized arabic numerals for all chapters, with all minute hash marks along the rectangular perimeter, bold marks at chapters. Blued steel sword type minute/hour hands. A 83 mm Japy type French movement, striking on the half and hour. Faint remainder of Paris retailer on dial. Pendulum and key present. Clock weighs 42 pounds.

  Condition

  Wear to marble and onyx typical for age. Female figure and bird in good condition, with slight finish wear along females back. All pivots appear to be fine. Lubrication has congealed and allows limited action of running on the crutch. Will need a strip and clean.