Figural mantel clock - Antique Alabaster, Spelter - 1850-1900
Opens 11 May
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Description from the seller
Antique French mantel clock with Renaissance figure, gilded spelter on alabaster, enamel dial with Roman numerals and bell strike.
Rich, decorative pocket clock? Wait it says pendule ca. eind 19e eeuw – I'll translate: Rich, decorative mantel clock ca. end of the 19th century with enamel dial (2 winding holes) and bell strike; visible wear to the gilding, crack in alabaster plateau.
Decorative antique mantel clock in French style with standing Renaissance figure beside a round timepiece. Case in gilded spelter/bronze patina with scrolls, shell motifs and floral ornaments; panels and feet in alabaster. White enamel dial with Roman numerals and two winding holes for movement and bell strike (rear side visible).
Condition appropriate for age: wear to the gilding, dust in the ornaments, small damages/hairline cracks around the winding holes, and a crack/glued spot in the alabaster top plate; signs of old repair at the crown. Function not tested; sold as pictured (key/pendulum only if visible in photos). Gorgeous, striking piece for a mantel, sideboard or entrance.
All photos were taken of the original.
Shipping costs, in accordance with the PostNL tariff list
Antique French mantel clock with Renaissance figure, gilded spelter on alabaster, enamel dial with Roman numerals and bell strike.
Rich, decorative pocket clock? Wait it says pendule ca. eind 19e eeuw – I'll translate: Rich, decorative mantel clock ca. end of the 19th century with enamel dial (2 winding holes) and bell strike; visible wear to the gilding, crack in alabaster plateau.
Decorative antique mantel clock in French style with standing Renaissance figure beside a round timepiece. Case in gilded spelter/bronze patina with scrolls, shell motifs and floral ornaments; panels and feet in alabaster. White enamel dial with Roman numerals and two winding holes for movement and bell strike (rear side visible).
Condition appropriate for age: wear to the gilding, dust in the ornaments, small damages/hairline cracks around the winding holes, and a crack/glued spot in the alabaster top plate; signs of old repair at the crown. Function not tested; sold as pictured (key/pendulum only if visible in photos). Gorgeous, striking piece for a mantel, sideboard or entrance.
All photos were taken of the original.
Shipping costs, in accordance with the PostNL tariff list
Details
Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
1
Clock type
Figural mantel clock
Material
Alabaster, Spelter
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
1 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
35 cm
Width
34 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Weight
6 kg
Winding key
No
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