A 19th century Austrian simulated tortoiseshell and gilt metal mounted automaton and musical portico clock, the drum shaped case supported on onyx half columns with chased capitals, the striking mechanism incorporating figures of Cupid at Vulcan's Forge, flanked by figures of sylized griffins and inset with a view of Weilburg, the base with a musical movement -- 24in. high, finial lacking . See Illustration
A 19th century Austrian simulated tortoiseshell and gilt metal mounted automaton and musical portico clock, the drum shaped case supported on onyx half columns with chased capitals, the striking mechanism incorporating figures of Cupid at Vulcan's Forge, flanked by figures of sylized griffins and inset with a view of Weilburg, the base with a musical movement -- 24in. high, finial lacking . See Illustration
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