C.1890 French comptoise, 8-day time/strike bakers clock in generally good condition with an old finish and some restoration.
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23 October 2024
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There are some age cracks in the front molding and some veneer loss on the back of the front door. The original porcelain dial is damaged along the outer edge with cracks, chips and repairs. Some of the raised porcelain numbers are cracked in places as well; the little brass shields are all intact. The hands are original. The case houses a Morbier spring driven movement with repeat that strikes on a gong. The French pendulum works but is made from a mantel clock pendulum. As you can see from the foto, a photogenic item. Height 24.75 inches
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R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts
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C.1890 French comptoise, 8-day time/strike bakers clock in generally good condition with an old finish and some restoration. There are some age cracks in the front molding and some veneer loss on the back of the front door. The original porcelain dial is damaged along the outer edge with cracks, chips and repairs. Some of the raised porcelain numbers are cracked in places as well; the little brass shields are all intact. The hands are original. The case houses a Morbier spring driven movement with repeat that strikes on a gong. The French pendulum works but is made from a mantel clock pendulum. As you can see from the foto, a photogenic item. Height 24.75 inches
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