Description: Item DetailsFine Antique French Regulator Mantel Clock, Circa 1870 Offers Welcome A beautiful, fine and large antique French mantel regulator clock comprising of ormolu, bronze, crystal and marble, dating to the 19th century, circa 1870. The clock, of rectangular form comprises of an enamel and ormolu dial to the front elevation featuring black hand painted Arabic numerals with outer chapter indicating minute marks. The slender ormolu frame encasing four bevelled glass panels allowing the user view the mechanism from each side.The front and rear hinged panels can be opened via the ormolu knobs allowing the user alter the time, wind the mechanism and adjust the pendulum. The whole raised on a stepped ormolu base. This fine clock features an 8 day twin train mechanical movement striking the hours and half on a gong. The pieces comes complete with pendulum and winding key. Approximate dimensions: Clock: 30 cm high x 18 cm wide Approximate weight: 6.5 KG Condition: Overall, the clock is in good working condition and the ormolu retains a very bright colour. There are some small signs of age and usage. The mechanism has recently been cleaned and serviced. Please note, whilst the clock currently works, during transport, all clocks are moved around a lot, and therefore, they may require setting up upon receiving them as well as the possibility of requiring professional assistance or a service as they can get 'stuck'. There is no guarantee that the clock will work smoothly after it has been transported. Please ask any questions that you may have
Price: 550 GBP
Location: Southport
End Time: 2024-11-30T20:36:26.000Z
Shipping Cost: 99.08 GBP
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Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 14 days
Origin: France
Antique: Yes
Movement: Mechanical
Shape: Rectangle
Power Source: Mechanical
Material: Marble
Year Manufactured: 1870
Colour: Green And Gold
Vintage: No
Number Type: Arabic Numerals
Brand: Antique
Chime Sequence: Gong Striking
Type: Mantel Clock
Display Type: Arabic Numerals
Era: Victorian (1837-1900)
Model: Regulator Clock
Style: Victorian
Frame Material: Ormolu
Original/Reproduction: Original
Features: 8 Day Movement
Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Finish: Ormolu