C.1890, French, Industrial Series shelf clock
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23 October 2024
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unusual clock in the form of a well, the conical pendulum depicting the water bucket and swinging round and round as the clock runs. The frame is a combination of gilt and silvered brass, and with dark blue faience "brickwork" panels at the front and sides, the last pinion of the going train extending above to engage with the revolving bucket (conical pendulum). For literature, see Derek Roberts' Mystery, Novelty Fantasy Clocks, page 266, Fig. 22-30 In outstanding condition. Height 16"
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R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts
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C.1890, French, Industrial Series shelf clock unusual clock in the form of a well, the conical pendulum depicting the water bucket and swinging round and round as the clock runs. The frame is a combination of gilt and silvered brass, and with dark blue faience "brickwork" panels at the front and sides, the last pinion of the going train extending above to engage with the revolving bucket (conical pendulum). For literature, see Derek Roberts' Mystery, Novelty Fantasy Clocks, page 266, Fig. 22-30 In outstanding condition. Height 16"
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