A beautiful and top quality small Ormolu and Marble French Mantle Clock 19th C

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Ormolu and Marble French Mantle Clock 19th C

c1880
High quality clock
Bell striking
Movement overhauled

SOLD

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Description of the item
A top quality and very attractive small mantle clock with a flower topped urn. 8-day bell-striking movement fully restored.
Only 3.75" deep so ideal for a mantle with limited depth.

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Dimensions & Specification
Twin train movement with outside countwheel
Strikes the hours and half hours on a bell
Dimensions: 12.5" tall, 8" wide, only 3.75" deep

Information about the maker
The movement was made by Martie and Co and is aslo stamped G Chretien a Paris and numbered 2598. Chretien was probably the retailer.

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Condition Report
Really excellent order. The marble has had knicks in 2 places but these have been restored and do not detract from the piece. The made case is brass which appars to have been lacquered (to a high standard) to prevent tarnishing. The mounts are ormolu and are of the best quality. The dial is immaculate, with it's original dark blue numerals. The movement has just been professionally overhauled.

Cost of Restoration
Non Required

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What to do next
If you'd like to buy this clock, or would like some more information or reassurance, please contact us about this Item.
If you live near to Cheshire, we are happy to bring the item to the Knutsford shop for you to examine in detail.
Local delivery & set-up is available for £40.
a 12 months local warranty is available for £30.

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