Chicago

A Charles X Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Beehive Clock

Circa 1830

the works stamped 'H*P 782'.
Height 15 1/2 x width 7 1/4 x depth 6 inches.

This lot is located in Chicago.

There is minor overall surface scratching, tarnish, minor casting flaws to ormolu, as to be expected. With key and pendulum.  The clock takes a wind and the pendulum swings, causing the mechanism to function, though it stops shortly thereafter.  The clock is not properly balanced, which may be the reason why it doesn't run properly at this time.  Small fret loss to the domed glass cover. 

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