A Small Edwardian Mahogany Mantel Clock

1900 - 1920

Sold by Chequers Antiques

Description

An Edwardian mantel clock of small proportions in a mahogany case with gilt bronze fittings, the arched case with boxwood line inlay a flat top with carrying handle and on gilt bronze bracket feet, with a glazed arched door to the silvered dial with engraved floral decoration and a chapter ring with Roman numerals and shaped blued steel hands. To the back a door to the French eight day movement by Japy Frères striking the hours and half hours on a coiled gong, with a platform escapement.

English, with a French movement, circa 1910.

Condition: Excellent, the movement has been fully serviced and is in full working condition. The case is in excellent condition. There is a small later (1934) brass presentation plaque on the lower part of the front.

Physical Dimensions

Height

26cm (10.24")

Width

16.5cm (6.50")

Depth

12cm (4.72")

Declaration

Chequers Antiques has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA639333

Description

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To the back a door to the French eight day movement by Japy Frères striking the hours and half hours on a coiled gong, with a platform escapement.

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fig 1. A small Edwardian mahogany mantel clock — fig 1. A Small Edwardian Mahogany Mantel Clock

English, with a French movement, circa 1910.

Condition: Excellent, the movement has been fully serviced and is in full working condition. The case is in excellent condition. There is a small later (1934) brass presentation plaque on the lower part of the front.