Portico clock - THONIFSEN A PARIS Empire Bronze - 1800-1850
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Empire-style portico clock in bronze with a mechanical eight-day movement, dating to 1800–1850, signed Thonifsen of Paris, featuring an enamel dial, black Belgian marble and gilded bronze details, dimensions 43 × 24 × 12 cm, weight 6 kg, winding key included, half-hour striking with one gong, in good condition with minor aging traces and a movement revised by the former owner that is currently in working order but may require adjustment.
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Description from the seller
swing arm clock
Belgian black marble and gilded bronze
Enamel dial signed by Thonifsen, watchmaker in Paris.
Époque Empire
H. 43 x 24 x 11.5 cm
The clock with an architectural-style form called 'portico' rests on a rectangular base from which four pilasters adorned with gilded bronze emerge. The upper part features a dial with Roman numerals, signed by Thonifsen, at its center. The movement is flanked by gilded bronze dragons.
Thonifsen
A watchmaker in the early 19th century, he operated on rue Mandar from 1806 to 1820 and on rue de la Comtesse d'Artois in 1830. His works are preserved in the greatest collections.
Literature
This type of clock is a must-have in early 19th-century watchmaking. Any knowledgeable collector owns at least one. Several examples are reproduced in 'The Encyclopedia of French Clocks,' by Pierre Kjellberg, Les éditions de l'Amateur, 2005.
Status report
Some small scratches on the marble, a missing sprig. The movement was revised by the previous owner; it is functioning. However, it will still need to be adjusted.
Free delivery for France
swing arm clock
Belgian black marble and gilded bronze
Enamel dial signed by Thonifsen, watchmaker in Paris.
Époque Empire
H. 43 x 24 x 11.5 cm
The clock with an architectural-style form called 'portico' rests on a rectangular base from which four pilasters adorned with gilded bronze emerge. The upper part features a dial with Roman numerals, signed by Thonifsen, at its center. The movement is flanked by gilded bronze dragons.
Thonifsen
A watchmaker in the early 19th century, he operated on rue Mandar from 1806 to 1820 and on rue de la Comtesse d'Artois in 1830. His works are preserved in the greatest collections.
Literature
This type of clock is a must-have in early 19th-century watchmaking. Any knowledgeable collector owns at least one. Several examples are reproduced in 'The Encyclopedia of French Clocks,' by Pierre Kjellberg, Les éditions de l'Amateur, 2005.
Status report
Some small scratches on the marble, a missing sprig. The movement was revised by the previous owner; it is functioning. However, it will still need to be adjusted.
Free delivery for France
Details
Specific region of origin
Paris
Style subtype
Empire
Manufacturer/ Brand
THONIFSEN A PARIS
Era
1400-1900
Clock type
Portico clock
Material
Bronze
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power Reserve
8 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
43 cm
Width
24 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
Weight
6 kg
Winding Key
Yes
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