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19th Century Hand Painted, Engraved and Gilt Brass Carriage Clock

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A fine carriage clock The engraved gilt case rises from an ogee plinth, and is dressed with elliptical polychrome enameled plaques to the fascia and the sides, depicting children in a Romantic setting, with a carrying handle atop, set across the beveled glass inspection window, the dial with Roman numerals and blued steel hands, the eight day twin train movement with a bi-metal compensator balance on a lever escapement set on a silvered platform, striking the hours on two gongs. French, circa 1880.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Our clock conservation and restoration expert has serviced the movement and its case guaranteeing the clock is in working condition. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 89421stDibs: LU954719979462

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