French Champlevé enamel, Carriage clock - - Gilt brass - 1850-1900
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€ 250
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French carriage clock in gilded brass with glass and champlevé enamel, mechanical movement, 8-day power reserve, non-striking, origin France, circa 1850–1900, retailed by MacKay & Chisholm (Edinburgh), height 16 cm, width 10 cm, depth 9 cm, weight 1000 g, with winding key, in working order.
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For sale: A splendid antique French carriage clock from the late 19th century (circa 1890). This clock was originally manufactured in Paris ("Paris Make") and at the time sold by the highly prestigious Scottish court jeweller and silversmith MacKay & Chisholm, located at 57 Princes Street in Edinburgh.
The clock is surrounded by beautiful, finely detailed Champlevé enamel with vivid colors (blue, white, red/brown and green), set in a gilded brass case. The dial features a finely openworked, gilded floral motif in the center.
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• Movement: In excellent working order. The escapement at the top runs powerfully and steadily.
• Case & Enamel: The Champlevé enamel is fully intact, with no chips or restorations. The brass has a wonderful, authentic patina.
• Glass: All panes of cut glass are scratch-free and fully intact, with no cracks or chips.
• Accessories: Supplied including the corresponding antique double winding key.
Specifications:
• Country of origin: France (Paris)
• Retailer: MacKay & Chisholm (Edinburgh)
• Height: approx. 14.5 cm (including handle)
• Period: approx. 1890
For sale: A splendid antique French carriage clock from the late 19th century (circa 1890). This clock was originally manufactured in Paris ("Paris Make") and at the time sold by the highly prestigious Scottish court jeweller and silversmith MacKay & Chisholm, located at 57 Princes Street in Edinburgh.
The clock is surrounded by beautiful, finely detailed Champlevé enamel with vivid colors (blue, white, red/brown and green), set in a gilded brass case. The dial features a finely openworked, gilded floral motif in the center.
see photos for your own impression
• Movement: In excellent working order. The escapement at the top runs powerfully and steadily.
• Case & Enamel: The Champlevé enamel is fully intact, with no chips or restorations. The brass has a wonderful, authentic patina.
• Glass: All panes of cut glass are scratch-free and fully intact, with no cracks or chips.
• Accessories: Supplied including the corresponding antique double winding key.
Specifications:
• Country of origin: France (Paris)
• Retailer: MacKay & Chisholm (Edinburgh)
• Height: approx. 14.5 cm (including handle)
• Period: approx. 1890
Details
Brass type
Gilt brass
Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
1
Clock type
French Champlevé enamel, Carriage clock
Material
Brass, Enamel, Glass
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
8 day movement
Striking
Not striking
Maker/designer
MacKay & Chisholm, Edinburgh (retailer)
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
16 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
9 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Weight
1000 g
Winding key
Yes
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