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Hotel Richemond, Geneva, Apr 13, 2002

LOT 401

Unsigned, France, circa 1810. Fine eight day-going "Capucine" alarm clock.

C. Rectangular, matte and gilded, ormolu bezel with foliate pattern, four finials, four feet, bell at the top surmounted by a large handle. D. White enamel, Roman numerals, outer minute ring. Blued steel, Breguet hands. M. Rectangular, brass, going barrel, anchor escapement, short pendulum, silk suspension regulated by a knob on the back of the top panel. Dim. Height 26 cm., width 9 cm.