Long French Mystery Globe Clock – 19th Century
A fascinating and elegant 19th-century French mystery globe clock, notable for its refined construction and optical illusion of movement. Suspended from a decorative gilt-mounted support, the spherical dial appears to swing effortlessly from side to side—with no visible driving mechanism—capturing the imagination in the tradition of 19th-century horological innovation.
The gilt globe features applied numerals and pierced gilt hands, with time regulated by a gridiron pendulum and counterbalanced bob. The eight-day movement is cleverly wound through the dial, maintaining the seamless mystery aesthetic. The entire presentation is both mechanically ingenious and artistically captivating.
Item Details:
Origin: France
Period: 19th Century
Type: Mystery globe clock
Mechanism: Eight-day timepiece, wound through the dial
Features: Gridiron pendulum with counterbalanced bob, swinging motion with no visible drive
Dial: Appl
...ied gilt numerals with pierced hands
Height: 26 inches (approx. 66 cm)
Condition: (Insert e.g., original condition / Restored / working)
A rare and visually striking piece—an exemplary fusion of decorative art and horological ingenuity,
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All items will be reserved for you while we wait for payment.Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1164788
Dateline of this antique is 19th Century
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