Rare Antique French Slate Marble Striking Mantel Clock 8Day Ornate Architectural
Item History & Price
Rare Antique French Slate Marble Striking Mantel Clock 8Day Ornate Architectural Click images to enlarge Description Welcome to my listing, please allow me to introduce myself. My name is James. I am a horologist and have been working with clocks and watches for over 30 years. I have been fully trained by the British Horological Institute and worked under my mentor for many years so you can buy with total confidence. All of my clocks are working unless otherwise stated, I don't however regulate the clocks before listing - I leave that to you as every environment is unique. Thank you for visiting my eBay shop, all emails are answered daily so please don't hesitate to contact me Description
This is a fantastic antique French slate mantel clock which has a black slate with red marble case that is in excellent condition for age a real gem. The clock features a simple architectural design with elaborate ornate bronze mounts which have a superb display look to it. The case has a beautiful original age patina to the slate with a sheen that can only be produced over time, there is a red marble to the top and base which have a beautiful colouring and contrast beautifully against the rest of the case to make it reall stand out
The Clock Measures - 14.75 inches high x 8.75 inches wide x 5.5 inches deep
Dial
The clock has a 4 inch diameter matching slate & red marble dial which has gilded engraved roman numerals. The dial has its original hands and to the centre it has a red marble panel, the dial is protected by the glazed brass bezel
Movement
The movement is a high quality French 8 day bell striking movement which strikes on the half past and on the hours, the movement is in full working order keeping time with its french pendulum and comes with a winding key, the movement is unsigned but would date to circa 1870
Condition Report
This clock is in excellent condition and in full working order, please have a good look over the many Pictures I have provided which can help with any further item description. The clock does are age marks and light restration, this is a colectable clock and please make sure you are happy with clock before bidding, many thanks and Good luck
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