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Shelf clock

Shelf clock
Object name 
Shelf clock
Medium 
wood, metal, glass, ceramic
Dimensions 
Overall: 16 x 9 x 6 in. ( 40.6 x 22.9 x 15.2 cm )
Description 
Shelf clock. Wooden case with red tortoiseshell surface (?) overlaid with metal strapwork pattern. Gilded feet and edgings. Gilded face with blue Roman numerals enameled on white. Topped by gilded seated classical male child.
Object Number 
INV.636
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Creative: Tronvig Group