A Fine Antique Louis XV Style Dore Bronze Mantel Clock

France, second quarter 19th century, 4 in. enamel dial with Arabic and Roman chapters, brass movement having silk suspension with countwheel striking on a bell, stamped "9542" with "Japy Frères et Cie Med d'Or" pastille, additionally stamped "9540 AT" on the rear tondo case rim; presented within a well-cast dore bronze Rococo style case modeled as two putti presenting a third surmounting putto holding a phoenix, festooned with acanthus scrolls and floral garlands.

23 1/2 x 28 1/2 x 10 in.

The Estate of the late Dr. William "Bill" Webb Johnston and Mr. Charles "Chuck" Raymond West, Hillsborough, NC

Movement operational at time of review; some areas of rubbing and spotting to the gilt; light verdigris oxidation to some interstices; a few small hairlines to cast elements; a few screws missing to rear lower panel. Rear clock movement cover detached but present. Please see Terms and Conditions of Sale: Clock and Watches.