A FRENCH PORCELAIN INSET ORMOLU FIGURAL MANTEL CLOCK
A FRENCH PORCELAIN INSET ORMOLU FIGURAL MANTEL CLOCKThe movement by Japy Freres et Cie, Paris, late 19th centuryThe eight-day bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by disc-bob pendulum with Brocot type regulation to suspension, the backplate stamped with JAPY FRERES & CIE, G'DE MED D'HONN, 1855 and numbers 603, 8 1 to backplate, the porcelain dial polychrome painted with a romantic landscape to centre within pink ground Roman numeral cartouche chapter ring with gilt scroll painted decoration, with brass spade hands within bead cast bezel, the case with floral garland decorated pink porcelain bodied urn surmount adorned with floral finial and rams head masks issuing rose bloom swags to the break-arch top flanked by male and female putti with ribbon-tied crest over the dial between, the fascia with inset apron panel painted with a courting couple in 18th century dress flanked by conforming curved panels decorated with tied floral sprays and birds, the sides with generous acanthus decorated 'S' scrolls, on shaped gadroon-moulded skier base applied with a further ornithological painted panel to apron flanked by laurel trails over toupe feet; with original moulded giltwood stand,The clock 48cm (19ins) high, 36cm (14ins) wide, 15cm (6ins) deep. Provenance: The Selwyn Demmy Collection.Condition Report: The movement is in working condition and appears free from visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements however as the mechanism is a little dirty/neglected a gentle clean/service is advised before putting into service. The dial is in fine condition with no visible damage/repair or wear. The case is in good original condition with minimal wear/discolouration to the strong original gilding. The giltwood stand has some rubbing to the gilding, the fabric covering is worn/faded, otherwise faults limited to minor bumps, scuffs and other blemishes commensurate with age and use.Clock has pendulum but no winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
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A FRENCH PORCELAIN INSET ORMOLU FIGURAL MANTEL CLOCKThe movement by Japy Freres et Cie, Paris, late 19th centuryThe eight-day bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by disc-bob pendulum with Brocot type regulation to suspension, the backplate stamped with JAPY FRERES & CIE, G'DE MED D'HONN, 1855 and numbers 603, 8 1 to backplate, the porcelain dial polychrome painted with a romantic landscape to centre within pink ground Roman numeral cartouche chapter ring with gilt scroll painted decoration, with brass spade hands within bead cast bezel, the case with floral garland decorated pink porcelain bodied urn surmount adorned with floral finial and rams head masks issuing rose bloom swags to the break-arch top flanked by male and female putti with ribbon-tied crest over the dial between, the fascia with inset apron panel painted with a courting couple in 18th century dress flanked by conforming curved panels decorated with tied floral sprays and birds, the sides with generous acanthus decorated 'S' scrolls, on shaped gadroon-moulded skier base applied with a further ornithological painted panel to apron flanked by laurel trails over toupe feet; with original moulded giltwood stand,The clock 48cm (19ins) high, 36cm (14ins) wide, 15cm (6ins) deep. Provenance: The Selwyn Demmy Collection.Condition Report: The movement is in working condition and appears free from visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements however as the mechanism is a little dirty/neglected a gentle clean/service is advised before putting into service. The dial is in fine condition with no visible damage/repair or wear. The case is in good original condition with minimal wear/discolouration to the strong original gilding. The giltwood stand has some rubbing to the gilding, the fabric covering is worn/faded, otherwise faults limited to minor bumps, scuffs and other blemishes commensurate with age and use.Clock has pendulum but no winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
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