Pendulum mantel clock, table clock, fire-gilded bronze, Louis-Philippe style, c. 1835
Key facts
- Country of manufacture
- France
- Production time
- around 1835
- Delivery
- possible
Description
A lovely fire-gilded bronze pendulum clock, ‘Die Sehnsucht’, Louis-Philippe period, circa 1835 An architecturally structured, multi-part pedestal adorned with lavish floral decoration, upon which stands a rock in the centre, upon which sits a lady gazing longingly into the distance. The fire-gilding is in good condition; the polished surfaces show heavy wear due to use (see photographs); the lyre has a defect (one part is broken [missing] and one string is missing) Fully functional, round pendulum movement with an anchor escapement and a thread pendulum; power reserve of approximately 8 days; a lock-disc striking mechanism which strikes a bell on the half-hour and full hour. Enamelled dial with Roman numerals; this has several areas of putty repair and retouching, A matching pendulum, key and bell are included. Height: 45 cm Width: 33.5 cm Depth: 12 cm