No. 103823378

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Comtoise clock - DHERS -   Bronze - 1800-1850, 1850-1900 - =
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Comtoise clock - DHERS - Bronze - 1800-1850, 1850-1900 - =

A beautiful and authentic French provincial pendulum clock, signed “Dhers à Bedous”, originating from the Pyrénées-Atlantiques region in southwest France and dating to the early 19th century (circa 1800–1830). This elegant piece combines a traditional weight-driven mechanical movement with a richly decorated brass/bronze front, featuring charming putti (cherubs) in a vineyard harvest scene, symbolizing abundance and joy. The white enamel dial with Roman numerals is clearly signed and fitted with finely shaped original hands, adding to the clock’s authenticity and aesthetic appeal. Functionality Tested and in working condition The clock runs when properly set up The movement operates and keeps time The striking mechanism is present As with all antique clocks, no guarantee on long-term accuracy or continuous operation Key Features Origin: France (Bedous, Pyrénées-Atlantiques) Maker / Signature: Dhers à Bedous Period: ca. 1800–1830 Type: Provincial pendulum clock Material: Brass / bronze front, iron movement Dial: White enamel with Roman numerals Decoration: Putti / vineyard scene Condition Overall in good antique condition Beautiful aged patina on the brass front Dial well preserved with minor wear Weights show surface corrosion consistent with age Pendulum with visible signs of use and minor dents Movement appears complete and functional Included in this lot Clock Two original weights Pendulum Winding key Dimensions Height: 40 cm Width: 25 cm Depth: 15 cm Provenance Private collection, Germany (Freiburg region) Shipping The clock will be carefully packed. Heavy components such as weights may be shipped separately to ensure safe delivery.

No. 103823378

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Comtoise clock - DHERS -   Bronze - 1800-1850, 1850-1900 - =

Comtoise clock - DHERS - Bronze - 1800-1850, 1850-1900 - =

A beautiful and authentic French provincial pendulum clock, signed “Dhers à Bedous”, originating from the Pyrénées-Atlantiques region in southwest France and dating to the early 19th century (circa 1800–1830).

This elegant piece combines a traditional weight-driven mechanical movement with a richly decorated brass/bronze front, featuring charming putti (cherubs) in a vineyard harvest scene, symbolizing abundance and joy.

The white enamel dial with Roman numerals is clearly signed and fitted with finely shaped original hands, adding to the clock’s authenticity and aesthetic appeal.

Functionality

Tested and in working condition

The clock runs when properly set up
The movement operates and keeps time
The striking mechanism is present

As with all antique clocks, no guarantee on long-term accuracy or continuous operation

Key Features

Origin: France (Bedous, Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Maker / Signature: Dhers à Bedous
Period: ca. 1800–1830
Type: Provincial pendulum clock
Material: Brass / bronze front, iron movement
Dial: White enamel with Roman numerals
Decoration: Putti / vineyard scene

Condition
Overall in good antique condition
Beautiful aged patina on the brass front
Dial well preserved with minor wear
Weights show surface corrosion consistent with age
Pendulum with visible signs of use and minor dents
Movement appears complete and functional

Included in this lot
Clock
Two original weights
Pendulum
Winding key

Dimensions
Height: 40 cm
Width: 25 cm
Depth: 15 cm
Provenance

Private collection, Germany (Freiburg region)

Shipping

The clock will be carefully packed. Heavy components such as weights may be shipped separately to ensure safe delivery.

Final bid
€ 99
No reserve price

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