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Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 20, 1991
Anonymous, French,circa 1785. Fine Louis XVI gilt-metal striking 'Pendule Portique'.
C. Ormolu-mounted white marbie base with ' toupee' feet bronzed frame with applied acanthus and floral columns,each set with a medallion ,surmounted by alarge 'soleil rayonnant. D. White enamel chapter-ring with Breguet numerals and skeletonised centre. Gilt star hands. M. Circular,brass,going barrels with anchor escapement and silk-suspended sunburst pendulum. Hour/half-hour striking on a bell with outside locking-plate. hl very good condition. Dim. 47x30x11cm.