C.1860, French, Morbier 2-Wt Prayer repeat wall clock,
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23 October 2024
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in generally good original condition. The robust movement strikes the hours and then repeats them again at 2 minutes past, allowing time for a silent prayer. The meter pendulum retains original lyre, decorated with fired white porcelain (some chips) and the bob has a piece of pressed brass attached to its' center. Ticks and strikes loudly on a bell at top. Note minute hand has incorrect retainer. The dial surround surmounted by a large spray of Aurora, the sun goddess. The dial with some minor chips around winding holes; signed Laveissiere, a' St. Laurent. Height 57 inches
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Laveissiere, a' St Laurent
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R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
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C.1860, French, Morbier 2-Wt Prayer repeat wall clock, in generally good original condition. The robust movement strikes the hours and then repeats them again at 2 minutes past, allowing time for a silent prayer. The meter pendulum retains original lyre, decorated with fired white porcelain (some chips) and the bob has a piece of pressed brass attached to its' center. Ticks and strikes loudly on a bell at top. Note minute hand has incorrect retainer. The dial surround surmounted by a large spray of Aurora, the sun goddess. The dial with some minor chips around winding holes; signed Laveissiere, a' St. Laurent. Height 57 inches
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