Details
The case set into a fluted column surmounted by a cherub on a cloudburst, flanked by Classical nymphs, above a cut-cornered panelled base inserted with relief panels emblematic of Astronomy and the Sciences, on an elaborate stepped breakfronted plinth, on acanthus-cast bun-feet, the circular glazed enamel dial with both Roman and Arabic numerals signed 'CHles DUTERTRE A PARIS', with month days ring, the twin barrel movement with anchor escapement and strike on a bell, the movement signed Ch Dutertre AParis'
22¼ in. (56.5 cm.) high, 15½ in. (39 cm.) wide
Provenance
Acquired from Poulet, Versailles, 7 February 1923.
Special notice
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