Large Bell Striking Four Glass Clock (France, C. 1880)

19th century

Sold by Worboys Antiques

Description

An impressive French four glass clock, dating to the late 1800's. It has a polished brass case, with thick bevel edge glass panels. The two piece enamel dial has a Brocot visible escapement, and a sealed, mercury filled pendulum. The 8 day movement sounds the hours and halves on a bell,and is stamped CH.Val 2702 (Attributed to LeChevallier of Saint-Nicholas-d'Aliermont).

Current Condition

The case has been polished and lacquered so it will not tarnish or mark when handled, the movement has been serviced in our own workshops and is guaranteed for 12 months. If you would like a video clip of this clock striking and working please email us.

Declaration

Worboys Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA396950

Dealers Notes

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Description

fig 1. Large Bell Striking Four Glass Clock (France, c. 1880) — fig 1. Large Bell Striking Four Glass Clock (France, C. 1880)

Current Condition

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The case has been polished and lacquered so it will not tarnish or mark when handled, the movement has been serviced in our own workshops and is guaranteed for 12 months.

Worboys Antiques

If you would like a video clip of this clock striking and working please email us.

Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA396950

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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