Description:

Raingo Frères Gilt & Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock with Aristotle, Henri Picard (French, 1831-1864)
circa 1860
surmounted by a reclined figure of philosopher Aristotle holding a scroll in one hand which reads "La Bonheur Nait De La Vertu" (Happiness Comes From Virtue), case marked "H. Picard," case and figure numbered "4474," porcelain dial with black Roman hour numerals, pierced trefoil hands, hinged door bezel and beveled crystal, marked "Raingo Fres, Paris," French brass 8-day spring-driven movement signed "Raingo Frere, Paris"
20 x 23 1/2 x 7 1/2 inches

    Condition:
  • Excellent overall condition, the pendulum is missing; therefore, the running condition is unknown.

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April 1, 2023 11:00 AM EDT
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