A 'Boulle' marquetry mantel clock,Martinot,Paris,19th century Wooden casing with curved outlines,overall with tortoiseshell and finely engraved cut-brass marquetry in the style of the 17th century,and supported on four lying horses. Crowned by a pheme with trumpet and laurel branch. The clock-face enamelled and in relief. Signature "Martinot A PARIS" flanked by cupids. Half-hourly strike on bell. Key. Somewhat soiled,the clockwork needs cleaning. The locking mechanism of the glass lid damaged. Total height 103 cm,width 57 cm,historic,historical,19th c,Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

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