Details
A French black slate striking mantel clock, circa 1890
The drum-shaped case on a rectangular plinth with bevelled glass panel and stepped base, with presentation plaque to the rear door, with gilt-brass bezel to the off white enamel Arabic chapter ring, the recessed centre with visible Brocot escapement, the twin barrel movement with countwheel strike on bell, with twin jar mercury pendulum, the backplate stamped for JAPY FRÈRES -- 17in.. (43.5cm.) high
The drum-shaped case on a rectangular plinth with bevelled glass panel and stepped base, with presentation plaque to the rear door, with gilt-brass bezel to the off white enamel Arabic chapter ring, the recessed centre with visible Brocot escapement, the twin barrel movement with countwheel strike on bell, with twin jar mercury pendulum, the backplate stamped for JAPY FRÈRES -- 17in.. (43.5cm.) high
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