Figural mantel clock - Japy Freres - Antique - Gilt bronze - 1850-1900
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Antique French figural mantel clock from the Napoleonic era (circa 1850–1900) in gilded bronze with a Putto and goat group on an ornate plinth, featuring a mechanical Japy Frères movement with pendulum and bell strike, a multi‑day power reserve, and a half‑hour bell strike; the clock, with serial no. 3712 and the 1855 Medal of Honour plaque, is in good used condition and includes winding key, and measures 52 cm high, 43.5 cm wide and 18 cm deep, weighing 9.5 kg.
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French figural mantel clock from the Napoléon III era with the original Japy-Frères movement.
Decorative mantel clock made of gilded bronze with a finely worked figure group of a putto with a goat on an elaborately decorated pedestal. Equipped with an original mechanical Japy-Frères pendulum movement with strike on bells. The movement bears the medal plaque “1855 Médaille d'Honneur” as well as serial number 3712.
The clock dates from the 19th century and comes with pendulum, bell, and winding key.
Good condition for its age with usual signs of use. The gilding is largely well preserved. The dial shows age-related hairlines. According to the seller, the movement runs and the striking function is present.
Hello,
During the functional test of the clock, I noticed the following:
The timekeeping mechanism runs perfectly, and the striking mechanism also functions. However, when fully winding the striking mechanism there is a small defect: on the last turns the spring slips.
If the striking mechanism is not wound to the stop, but only to about 90%, it operates flawlessly and strikes properly.
I want to inform you of this so that the description of the clock is complete and accurate.
Thank you very much and kind regards
Peter D. Bergler
French figural mantel clock from the Napoléon III era with the original Japy-Frères movement.
Decorative mantel clock made of gilded bronze with a finely worked figure group of a putto with a goat on an elaborately decorated pedestal. Equipped with an original mechanical Japy-Frères pendulum movement with strike on bells. The movement bears the medal plaque “1855 Médaille d'Honneur” as well as serial number 3712.
The clock dates from the 19th century and comes with pendulum, bell, and winding key.
Good condition for its age with usual signs of use. The gilding is largely well preserved. The dial shows age-related hairlines. According to the seller, the movement runs and the striking function is present.
Hello,
During the functional test of the clock, I noticed the following:
The timekeeping mechanism runs perfectly, and the striking mechanism also functions. However, when fully winding the striking mechanism there is a small defect: on the last turns the spring slips.
If the striking mechanism is not wound to the stop, but only to about 90%, it operates flawlessly and strikes properly.
I want to inform you of this so that the description of the clock is complete and accurate.
Thank you very much and kind regards
Peter D. Bergler
Details
Specific region of origin
Franche-Comté, Frankreich
Bronze type
Gilt bronze
Manufacturer/brand
Japy Freres
Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
1
Clock type
Figural mantel clock
Material
Brass, Bronze
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
more day movement
Striking
half hour, one bell
Style
Antique
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
52 cm
Width
43.5 cm
Depth
18 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Weight
9.5 kg
Winding key
Yes
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