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313 - ROBERT HOUDIN (1805-1871)
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ROBERT HOUDIN (1805-1871) Mystery clock, c. 1850. Paris. Mechanism with going barrels, anchor escapement, pendulum, striking the hous and half-hours. Glass dial painted with Roman numerals (partly faded). At the back and inside marked 'Brevet d'invention'. Ebonesed wooden case with gilded bronze ornaments of a putto, rocailles and griffins. To be restored. Without keys. Dimensions: H.: 35 cm (H.: 10.5 cm (base)) Literature: For information on Houdin, cf. Derek Roberts, Mystery, Novelty & Fantasy Clocks Hoofdstuk 19, pp. 218-232.
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Arts & Antiques I and II (Lots 200–377 and 400–537)Auction house
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