22nd Sep, 2021 11:00
The Oxford Library Sale
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A 19th century clock automaton picture, depicting a group of figures at a garden table, with distant river and church, the church tower with clock dial, and having water fountain automaton feature, oil on canvas, 33 x 40.5cm, in ornate gilt frame
A 19th century clock automaton picture, depicting a group of figures at a garden table, with distant river and church, the church tower with clock dial, and having water fountain automaton feature, oil on canvas, 33 x 40.5cm, in ornate gilt frame
Mechanism not tested. Picture with some surface scratches. Frame with losses. Left hand automaton mechanism lacking. See images
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Auction: The Oxford Library Sale, 22nd Sep, 2021
