French Tortoiseshell and Brass Inlay Boullework Mantel Clock (France, C. 1870)

19th century

Sold by Worboys Antiques

Description

A good sized French bell striking mantel clock, that was originally made for the British market. It has a waited shape case, having tortoiseshell inlaid with brass and a glass panel to see the sunburst pendulum swing. The embossed brass dial is behind a convex glass and has enamel numeral plaques, It has an 8 day, hour and half hour bell striking movement, stamped by the maker HP Honore Pons.

Current Condition

The case is in superb condition , the movement has been serviced and is guaranteed for 12 months. If you would like a video clip of this clock striking please email us.

Dimensions

15.00cm wide 31.00cm high 11.00cm deep (5.91 inches wide 12.20 inches high 4.33 inches deep)

Declaration

Worboys Antiques has dated this piece to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA336810

Dealers Notes

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Description

A good sized French bell striking mantel clock, that was originally made for the British market.

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It has a waited shape case, having tortoiseshell inlaid with brass and a glass panel to see the sunburst pendulum swing.

Worboys Antiques

The embossed brass dial is behind a convex glass and has enamel numeral plaques, It has an 8 day, hour and half hour bell striking movement, stamped by the maker HP Honore Pons.

fig 1. French Tortoiseshell and Brass Inlay Boullework Mantel Clock (France, c. 1870) — fig 1. French Tortoiseshell and Brass Inlay Boullework Mantel Clock (France, C. 1870)

Current Condition

The case is in superb condition , the movement has been serviced and is guaranteed for 12 months. If you would like a video clip of this clock striking please email us.

Dimensions

15.00cm wide 31.00cm high 11.00cm deep (5.91 inches wide 12.20 inches high 4.33 inches deep)

Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this piece to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA336810

About the Dealer

Worboys Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2005

Established since 1978, dealing in and restoring most antiques, specialising in clocks and furniture.

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