Late 19th Century Polished Slate Mantel Clock (France, C. 1870)

19th century

Sold by Worboys Antiques

Description

A good example of a high quality polished Belgium slate bell striking mantel clock with a visible Brocot escapement. The rectangular case has grey variegated marble sides and an engraved molding front. It has a thick bevel edge glass in a brass bezel and a two piece enamel dial that exposes the working visible Brocot escapement. The 8 day movement strikes the hours and halves on a bell

Height 38 cm (14 1/1") Width 30 cm (11 3/4" ) Depth 16 cm (6 1/4")

Condition

The case is in good original condition, 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 working and striking please email us

Please note that not all items are on display in our showrooms and may be in our off-site store. If you wish to see specific items please notify us before visiting so that we can ensure the item(s) are available to view.

Physical Dimensions

Height

38cm (14.96")

Width

30cm (11.81")

Depth

16cm (6.30")

Declaration

Worboys Antiques has dated this piece to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA698190

Dealers Notes

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Description

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It has a thick bevel edge glass in a brass bezel and a two piece enamel dial that exposes the working visible Brocot escapement.

Worboys Antiques

The 8 day movement strikes the hours and halves on a bell

fig 1. Late 19th Century Polished Slate Mantel Clock (France, c. 1870) — fig 1. Late 19th Century Polished Slate Mantel Clock (France, C. 1870)

Height 38 cm (14 1/1") Width 30 cm (11 3/4" ) Depth 16 cm (6 1/4")

Condition

The case is in good original condition, 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 working and striking please email us

fig 2. Late 19th Century Polished Slate Mantel Clock (France, c. 1870) — fig 2. Late 19th Century Polished Slate Mantel Clock (France, C. 1870)

Please note that not all items are on display in our showrooms and may be in our off-site store. If you wish to see specific items please notify us before visiting so that we can ensure the item(s) are available to view.