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French Figural Automaton Match Striker Clock, Circa 1890

Auction Date: September 21, 2020

Sold for: $192




Lot: 2050

France.
Late 19th Century.
Modelled in cast bronze as a figure of a bearded man in hat, right arm extended with pistol, the hat, with candle. On the given hour, the figure becomes a self-exploding man, with his hat on fire. This is due to the action of the metal strip attached to the match box acting as a striker. . Height 9. Very good.


Depose to clock face, Brevet under engraved lion to clock back plate.
Approximate dimensions: 9 1/4 high x 5 1/4 wide x 4 inches deep..
Condition: Michaans does not certify working condition of clocks. There are two new screws and a screw plate, to back.


Auction Date: September 21, 2020


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