C.1895, French, Mantel Garniture Set in the style of Boulle, and in very good original condition.

C.1895, French, Mantel Garniture Set in the style of Boulle, and in very good original condition. The well made movement is by L. Marti, and also stamped H&F, Paris, No.428. Strikes the hours and halves on a bell, with countwheel. There is a small crack in the crystal, that has been there a long while and should survive OK. The multipiece cast dial has 12 individual cartouche with Roman numerals, all good. The tortoiseshell case is in good condition, only minor repairs to the brass inlay. All of the ormolu trim pieces are present. On one of the urns, a single strip of side trim is missing, but this is only seen on the closest of inspection. An attractive set sure to please anyone decorating with French furniture. Height 15.5 inches