Important terminal clock featuring the figure of Virgil, leaning against manuscripts of the Bucolics, Georgics, Aeneid, in ormolu and patina.
Base in sea-green marble veneer, quadripod with ormolu ornaments.
Mid 19th century.
Dial and spiral-wound mechanical movement, signed "L'EPEE", later.
74 x 53 x 21.5 cm.
All three parts to be reattached, without threaded rods.
Wear, scratches and some oxidation; small holes; some chips.
Live Friday 29 September 2023・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 217

Important terminal clock featuring the figure of Virgil, leaning against manuscripts of the Bucolics, Georgics, Aeneid, in ormolu and patina. Base in sea-green marble veneer, quadripod with ormolu ornaments. Mid 19th century. Dial and spiral-wound mechanical movement, signed "L'EPEE", later. 74 x 53 x 21.5 cm. All three parts to be reattached, without threaded rods. Wear, scratches and some oxidation; small holes; some chips.

Estimate
€400 - €600
Result
€1,250
Buyer's premium
25%
Important terminal clock featuring the figure of Virgil, leaning against manuscripts of the Bucolics, Georgics, Aeneid, in ormolu and patina. Base in sea-green marble veneer, quadripod with ormolu ornaments. Mid 19th century. Dial and spiral-wound mechanical movement, signed "L'EPEE", later. 74 x 53 x 21.5 cm. All three parts to be reattached, without threaded rods. Wear, scratches and some oxidation; small holes; some chips.
Sale Friday 29 September 2023・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 7 - Hôtel Drouot 9, rue Drouot 75009 Paris