Description: Item DetailsNapoleon III Sevres And Ormolu Mantel Clock, Circa 1855 Signed Japy Freres Offers Welcome A fine mid 19th cenury Napoleon III bronze mantel clock dating to circa 1855. The clock demonstrates the finest quality of craftsmanship. The bleau celeste Sevres porcelain dial with individual white cartouches house black hand painted Roman numerals and gold outer chapter indicating minute marks. The dial is decorated to the centre with a hand painted floral garland and is surrounded by a beaded ormolu rim. The ormolu base with two finely hand painted miniature paintings depicting floral garlands. The whole is raised on scrolled feet and is surmounted by figure of a classical maiden. The twin train 8 day mechanical movement strikes the hours and half on a bell and comes complete with winding key, pendulum and bell. The mechanism is stamped by Japy Freres, having won a medal of honour is 1855 for that particular model of mechanism. Approximate dimensions: 36 cm high x 31 cm wide Approximate weight: 2901 Grams Condition: Overall, the clock is in good working condition. The ormolu is in good condition and retains a very good colour. 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 study the pictures and ask any questions that you may have.
Price: 600 GBP
Location: Southport
End Time: 2025-01-07T16:04:36.000Z
Shipping Cost: 97.32 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
Signed By: Japy Freres
Power Source: Mechanical
Year Manufactured: 1855
Colour: Gold
Vintage: No
Display Type: Roman Numerals
Style: Antique
Frame Material: Ormolu
Features: 8 Day Movement
Finish: Sevres Porcelain Panel
Movement: Mechanical
Character: Classical Lady
Signed: Yes
Material: Bronze
Number Type: Roman Numerals
Brand: Antique
Chime Sequence: Striking A Bell
Type: Mantel Clock
Era: Victorian (1837-1900)
Model: Mantel Clock
Theme: Classicism
Original/Reproduction: Original
Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
