Charlotte Nail Antiques Grandfather Clocks and Longcase
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French Clock, circa 1950, Rosewood and Kingwood with Bronze Dore Castings
Located in Houston, TX
A rare and superb longcase clock from Paris after a model made by Riesner.
Heavily decorated with elaborate bronze cherub and putti mounts.
Kingwood and rosewood case with marquetry ...
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Mid-20th Century French Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Materials
Kingwood
$22,500 Sale Price
50% Off
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