French Tortoise Shell Mantel Clock, Tiffany & Co.
late 19th century, brass time and strike movement marked “Tiffany & Compy” and “4988 / 69” in circle below, brass dial with inset porcelain hours and plate reading “Tiffany & Co. N.Y.,” case with red-dyed tortoise shell veneer, glass front and sides, applied gilt metal embellishments throughout. Included is a matching wall shelf of like materials and construction.
Clock 23.5 x 11; Shelf 8.25 x 12 in.
Hairline splits to veneer; rub to highest points of gilt.
Collection of a Gentleman with residences in New York City and Southampton, NY
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