Mantel clock - Brass - 1950-1960

Magnificent mantel clock in solid bronze, Louis XV style, French Rococo commonly known as a cartel clock. With floral motifs and scrolls, at the bottom, below the center, a beautiful stylized carp over an acanthus leaf. In a beautiful circular enamel dial with Roman numerals in perfect condition. Protected by a curved bevelled glass window. On the back, a bronze door provides access to adjustments and lubrication, such as turning the chimes on and off.

As for the movement it is an F. Mauthe W400, with 5 jewels (rare - usually 4 jewels), dating from the 1950s to 1960s. The calibre W400 was produced during the German economic miracle, often integrated into Mid-Century Modern style cases or buffet-style mantel clocks.

5 Jewels: The presence of 5 jewels indicates a higher-quality construction, to ensure less wear and greater accuracy.

Friedrich Mauthe was one of Germany's most important clock manufacturers, operating in Schwenningen from 1844 to 1976.

W400: It is an 8-day movement (weekly wind), known for its robustness, sometimes used in ship's clocks or nautical timepieces ("Ship's Bell") due to its reliability.

A large and heavy clock will be shipped in optimal packaging.