Antique French Slate Mantel Clock with Marble Columns Japy Freres Movement

Antique French mantel clock featuring a black slate case accented with green marble columns and decorative incised detailing. The architectural form is topped with a domed finial and flanked by columnar supports. The enameled dial with Arabic numerals is set within a brass bezel and glass door. The movement is stamped Japy Freres Medaille d Honneur and France, indicating a respected 19th-century French maker. Includes pendulum and winding key. A classic and substantial timepiece suitable for traditional interiors or collectors of French clocks
Measure 11 3/4"in H x 13"in W x 5"in D

Condition: Overall good antique condition with visible age-related wear, including scuffs, scratches, and finish loss to the slate case. Metal components show patina and oxidation. The dial has minor wear, and the bezel shows some separation and wear (see detail image). The movement is present and complete, stamped Japy Freres, but has not been tested for accuracy or functionality. Includes pendulum and key; working order not guaranteed.

Condition

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