Belle Epoque C L Detouche Paris Ormolu Figural Mantle Clock Garniture.
Auction Date: April 11, 2020
Estimate: Estimate: 400 - 600
Sold for: $660
Lot: 88
Paris, France.
Late 19th century.
Comprising a figural mantel clock and a pair of four-light candelabra en suite. Constantin-Louis Detouche (1810-1889). The gilt bronze clock surmounted by a figure of a scholar, with a pair of four-light candelabra en suite.
C. DETOUCHE / FEUR DES MLEMPEREUR / A PARIS to the dial. Movement marked C. DETOUCHE / BREVETE S.G.D.G. / 228-230 R ST MARTIN PARIS / 41039.
Approximate dimensions: Clock 14 high x 16 wide x 5 1/2 inches deep..
Condition: Very minor chips to marble edges, very minor patina to the gilt metal, beaded accent piece likely reglued.
Detouche was appointed official clock-maker to Emperor Napoleon III (1808-1873 reign 1852-1870). Winder and pendulum available.