Mantel clock - Japy Frères & Cie - Spelter - 1850-1900 - Neo-Renaissance Napoleon
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A French Régule large neoclassical Napoléon III style pendulum clock from the mid to late 19th century, with a Japy Frères & Cie mechanical movement, 31-day power reserve, and half-hour gong strike, a winding key, dimensions 43 cm high by 30 cm wide by 15 cm deep, weighing 7.1 kg, in good used condition with patina and wear, but the pendulum is missing and the running status could not be tested.
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Exceptional large Japy Frères & Cie pendulum clock – Neo-Renaissance Napoléon III – 19th century – 7.1 kg
Description
Imposing and very decorative French clock in Neo-Renaissance / Napoléon III style, dating presumably from the second half of the 19th century.
The clock features an especially rich architecture: summit urn, numerous scrolls, volutes, vegetal motifs, architectural elements and worked feet. The dial consists of white enamel cartouches with Roman numerals, surrounded by an extremely elaborate metallic decoration.
It is equipped with an authentic mechanical movement by Japy Frères & Cie, bearing the seal “Grande Médaille d’Honneur” as well as the number 2827. The mechanism has a gong strike, which is still present.
The winding key is also present.
The case appears to be made of régule / metal alloy with a silvered finish, with a beautiful patina and traces of wear consistent with its age. Several marks or old stamps are visible on certain parts of the structure.
Dimensions approximative:
Height: 43 cm
Maximum width: 30 cm
Weight: 7.1 kg
Condition: antique object showing signs of use, wear, oxidation and alterations of the silvered finish visible in the photographs. These marks contribute to its antique character.
The balance wheel is missing.
The clock has its key, its gong and its movement, but the functioning could not be tested due to the absence of the balance wheel. It is therefore sold without guarantee of functioning and may require servicing or restoration by a horologist.
Very beautiful decorative piece with great presence, particularly interesting due to its substantial movement signed Japy Frères & Cie, its considerable weight and the exceptional richness of its decoration.
Exceptional large Japy Frères & Cie pendulum clock – Neo-Renaissance Napoléon III – 19th century – 7.1 kg
Description
Imposing and very decorative French clock in Neo-Renaissance / Napoléon III style, dating presumably from the second half of the 19th century.
The clock features an especially rich architecture: summit urn, numerous scrolls, volutes, vegetal motifs, architectural elements and worked feet. The dial consists of white enamel cartouches with Roman numerals, surrounded by an extremely elaborate metallic decoration.
It is equipped with an authentic mechanical movement by Japy Frères & Cie, bearing the seal “Grande Médaille d’Honneur” as well as the number 2827. The mechanism has a gong strike, which is still present.
The winding key is also present.
The case appears to be made of régule / metal alloy with a silvered finish, with a beautiful patina and traces of wear consistent with its age. Several marks or old stamps are visible on certain parts of the structure.
Dimensions approximative:
Height: 43 cm
Maximum width: 30 cm
Weight: 7.1 kg
Condition: antique object showing signs of use, wear, oxidation and alterations of the silvered finish visible in the photographs. These marks contribute to its antique character.
The balance wheel is missing.
The clock has its key, its gong and its movement, but the functioning could not be tested due to the absence of the balance wheel. It is therefore sold without guarantee of functioning and may require servicing or restoration by a horologist.
Very beautiful decorative piece with great presence, particularly interesting due to its substantial movement signed Japy Frères & Cie, its considerable weight and the exceptional richness of its decoration.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Manufacturer/brand
Japy Frères & Cie
Title additional information
Neo-Renaissance Napoleon
Number of objects
1
Material
Spelter
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
31 day movement
Striking
half hour, one gong
Maker/designer
japy frère & cie
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
43 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
15 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Weight
7.1 kg
Winding key
Yes
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