Clocks: Clocks: An early 19th century gilt bronze automaton...

Hammer

£480

Clocks:

Clocks: An early 19^th century gilt bronze automaton mantel clock by Alibert of Paris, with musical stand. A classical female figure to one side, with a cherub above, both holding wreaths. The right hand side with a pair of doves atop a plinth, a moving hoe and rake next to it. The dial signed 'Alibert A Paris', the movement possibly a replacement. Clock alone 41cm high, 32cm wide. With base and dome 57cm high, 38cm wide.