Rare table clock and mantel clock with automatic mechanism and weather station by André Guilmet, c. 1890
Key facts
- Country of manufacture
- France
- Production time
- around 1890
Description
A rare table clock in the shape of a windmill, featuring an automaton, a barometer and two thermometers, by André Romain Guilmet, circa 1890 A very attractive case in the shape of a windmill; at the base is a small door behind which lies the automaton’s winding mechanism; partly silver-plated and gold-plated, with the silver plating displaying a typical aged patina. The movement, featuring a cylinder escapement, is in good condition and fully functional (accuracy <1 minute per day). Silver-plated dial with Roman numerals; the dial is slightly worn. Above this is an aneroid barometer with Danish lettering. On the right and left are two thermometers each, one in degrees Celsius and the other in degrees Fahrenheit. In the base, the mechanism driving the windmill blades (in working order) . Height: 48m Diameter: 17cm