Antique French Clock Bronze 19th Century Ormolu Bel Striking Signed Mantel Clock

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Seller: clocks_1 ✉️ (131) 98.4%, Location: Southport, GB, Ships to: GB & many other countries, Item: 256424669500 Antique French Clock Bronze 19th Century Ormolu Bel Striking Signed Mantel Clock. A fine example of an antique French ormolu and bronze clock, dating to circa 1880. The dial is protected by a thick bevelled glass door and is decorated with a central ormolu rosette. The whole is raised on four scrolled feet. Item Details Antique French Mantel Clock, circa 1880 Offers Welcome A fine example of an antique French ormolu and bronze clock, dating to circa 1880. The clock, completed in the Rococo manner is finely chiselled and is decorated with scroll work and foliage throughout. The drum case with white enamel is features black hand painted Roman numerals each one separated by a red fleur-de-lis within an outer chapter with black hand painted minute marks. The dial is protected by a thick bevelled glass door and is decorated with a central ormolu rosette. The clocks drum is surmounted by a fine figure of a reclining cherub. The whole is raised on four scrolled feet. The clock features a twin train mechanical movement striking the hours and half on a bell.  The bell, pendulum and winding key are present. As was the norm in the production of many clocks, this particular example was produced in two countries. The clock case was made in France circa 1880 and the mechanism was made by the renowned American mechanical manufacturers Ansonia circa 1880. Approximate dimensions: 34 cm high x 18 cm wide Approximate Weight: 3175 Grams Condition: Overall, the clock is in good working condition. The ormolu is in good condition and retains a very good colour. Please note, whilst the clock currently works, during transport, all clocks are moved around a lot, and therefore, they may require setting up upon receiving them as well as the possibility of requiring professional assistance or a service as they can get 'stuck'. There is no guarantee that the clock will work smoothly after it has been transported. Please study the pictures and ask any questions that you may have.
  • Condition: Used
  • Origin: France
  • Antique: Yes
  • Signed By: Ansonia
  • Power Source: Mechanical
  • Year Manufactured: 1880
  • Colour: Gold
  • Vintage: No
  • Display Type: Roman Numerals
  • Style: Antique
  • Frame Material: Ormolu
  • Features: 8 Day Movement
  • Finish: Bronze
  • Movement: Mechanical
  • Character: Cherub
  • Signed: Yes
  • Material: Bronze
  • Number Type: Roman Numerals
  • Brand: Antique
  • Chime Sequence: Bell Striking
  • Type: Mantel Clock
  • Era: Victorian (1837-1900)
  • Model: Mantel Clock
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: France

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