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Rare Art Deco Marble & Onyx Mantle Clock w. Bronze Dog & Cat, Ball Playing Theme

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Very rare, perfectly running and sculptural, French Art Deco marble pendulum clock. Movement: Japy Frères (1806-1930) If you are looking for an attractive antique mantel clock to grace your living space then this large and striking specimen (no pun intended) from the early 1900s could be perfect for you. Most people don't look at antiques the way most collectors and enthousiasts do, because most people don't understand how much skill and time it would have taken to create, for example, this amazing clock. It is therefor too that most people don't realize that this clock actually is a work of art. But also because it takes imagination, passion, knowledge of materials as well as an understanding of all things cultural and meaningful to be able to keep creating (in this case) clocks that are unlike anything there ever was. And whomever created this fine clock really presented the world with a one of a kind 'work of time telling art'. The reddish marble and green onyx base (or clock house) with the stylish bronze dog and cat sculptures alone will have taken many days to design and execute. The square brass dial face with the black Roman numerals and beveled glass front too is a work of art in itself. All these elements combined literally lift this wonderful antique clock above the average. What makes this clock ofcourse stand out are the wonderfully stylized bronze dog and cat. Their postures and ball playing activity makes this incredible clock come alive even more and they will bring a smile to anyone's face. This antique clock also comes with the antique key for winding its perfect working, eight-day clock AND striking mechanism, that runs as smoothly as can be and it strikes an elegant bell sound on the halves and whole hours. Thanks to its good size this truly beautiful clock can be placed on your sideboard, your desk and it will also look marvelous on your wooden or marble mantel. Needles to say that this stunning and one of a kind antique clock will never fail to impress. If you like this top quality made and handsome clock as much as we do then you will love our price. Especially when taking into account that perfect packing and worldwide shipping from our store to your door in just 4 to 6 days are included/complimentary. Maximum width x height x depth: 21.2 x 9.3 x 5.9 inches. We have a passion for the unique, for quality, for stylish yet practical and for craftsmanship of years gone by. Your purchases will be extremely well packaged and we look forward to serving you (again).
  • Creator:
    Japy Frères (Clockmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.3 in (23.63 cm)Width: 21.2 in (53.85 cm)Depth: 5.9 in (14.99 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Bronze,Glass,Marble,Metal,Onyx,Beveled,Cast,Gilt,Hand-Crafted,Patinated,Polished
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    ca. 1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. This great looking Art Deco clock still runs and strikes perfectly and with just a few small chips it is in good condition as well. Please also read item our description.
  • Seller Location:
    Lisse, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Hw11244353-USfg Free shipping1stDibs: LU2341342467702

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