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Rare French Novelty Four Dial Clock by Blumberg, Paris, 19th Century
About the Item
A magnificent large rare novelty Blumberg four face tower clock, circa 1880.
The walnut case topped with a copper roof and all-over brass detailing, the long tower windows backed by blue glass, the decorative silver faces with ceramic inserts painted with red Roman numerals.
Driven via a long shaft down the centre of the tower by an oval spring driven 8 day movement located in the base of the clock, with platform lever escapement. There is an oval plaque to the base marked 'Patent, Brevette, Blumberg & Co. Limited, Paris & London'.
This is an extremely rare and desirable clock. The clock movement and case have been professionally restored to the highest standard by our qualified Horologist.
This clock would make a great statement piece in any clock collection or provide a focal point for a library or salon.
- Creator:Patent, Blumberg & Co. (Clockmaker)
- Dimensions:Height: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1880
- Condition:The case has been conserved and the movement fully serviced. A rare and highly decorative item.
- Seller Location:Melbourne, AU
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