This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/16/2018
After Jean Eugéne Robert-Houdin. Mystery Clock. Recreation of the famous French magician’s glass dial mystery clock, without a visible or traditional connection between the hand and the base. Even so, the clock keeps time and chimes. Reverse-painted double-glass dial with Roman numerals, and the text Robert-Houdin/Paris.” Design incorporated gilt cherub, and mythical winged lion in its construction. 16 ½” high, including plush-covered gilt wood base. With key. Works signed “Houdin,” reverse of case bears “Brevet D’Invention” mark, likely cast (not stamped). Clock and chimes working; dial connection in need of adjustment.