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Antique French Clock Dial Face Wall Clock, Fully Working

$935.81
£695
€819.56
CA$1,296.44
A$1,454.05
CHF 761.46
MX$17,668.09
NOK 9,669.29
SEK 9,167.17
DKK 6,117.55

About the Item

A charming antique French comptoise clock dial, beautifully naïve repoussé work surround with painted decoration, porcelain enamel dial with brass hands. Originally with a large weight driven movement, this was substantially missing. Our clockmaker has skillfully fitted a modern battery quartz movement for reliable timekeeping and convenience while keeping the beautiful original hands, hand washer and winding shafts for an authentic look. Measure: 16 1/2" high. Found by our buyer in a French farm it is in lovely as found condition with wear, patination and some slight damage. The repoussé work surround has some cracking and paint loss. A hanging loop is fitted to the rear. Porcelain dial has some slight marks. A beautiful and unique timepiece for anywhere in your home.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Width: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Iron,Porcelain,Enameled,Repoussé
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Fully working with modern quartz battery movement. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Found by our buyer in a French farm sale it is in lovely as found condition with wear, patination and some slight damage to the bottom of the surround.
  • Seller Location:
    Belper, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RSC34981stDibs: LU2496331066882

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