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A gilt-brass table clock
the case modelled as a bell, cast with foliage and representations of the Apostles, with three registers of Latin inscriptions, on fluted toupie feet, the gilt dial with individual white enamel Roman chapters and spade hands, the twin going barrel movement with Brocot escapement 76d strike on gong, French, late 19th century -- 12½in.(32cm.) high
See Colour Illustration (Plate 8)
the case modelled as a bell, cast with foliage and representations of the Apostles, with three registers of Latin inscriptions, on fluted toupie feet, the gilt dial with individual white enamel Roman chapters and spade hands, the twin going barrel movement with Brocot escapement 76d strike on gong, French, late 19th century -- 12½in.(32cm.) high
See Colour Illustration (Plate 8)