Portico clock - - Gilt bronze - 1850-1900

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French gilt bronze porte‑portique pendulum clock by Japy et Frères, circa 1850–1900, with a mechanical eight‑day movement and a demi‑hour strike on a gong, 50 cm high, 26 cm wide, 14 cm deep, weighing 2 kg, in good used condition with minor aging marks.

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Very beautiful blackened wood clock from the Louis Philippe era, in a style reminiscent of Napoléon III. Silver medal mechanism by Japy et fils 1844-1849. Decor of gilded bronze with Boule-style inlay. Works perfectly with the original pendulum and key. Needs to be serviced to adjust the time. Rare. Collection. Vintage.

Very beautiful blackened wood clock from the Louis Philippe era, in a style reminiscent of Napoléon III. Silver medal mechanism by Japy et fils 1844-1849. Decor of gilded bronze with Boule-style inlay. Works perfectly with the original pendulum and key. Needs to be serviced to adjust the time. Rare. Collection. Vintage.

Details

Bronze type
Gilt bronze
Era
1400-1900
Nr of items
1
Clock type
Portico clock
Model
Ball Pendulum
Material
Bronze
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power Reserve
8 day movement
Striking
half hour, one bell
Maker/Designer
Japy et freres
Country of Origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
50 cm
Width
26 cm
Depth
14 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Weight
2 kg
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Objects sold
94.59%
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