C.1890, French, Swinging Doll Timepiece, in a gilt white metal case with ormolu 'doll pendulum".
Anonymous (not verified)
22 October 2024
Condition: the case has been nicely restored with a brushed gold leaf compound and looks pretty good. The movement is ticking OK, and is especially nice in that the front plate is cut out to expose the gears. The patent "chaff cutter" escapement uses tow escape wheels, with the "cutter" verge alternating from one wheel, back to the other. Height 11.5 inches
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Swinging Doll
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Unsigned
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800.00
Credit
R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
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C.1890, French, Swinging Doll Timepiece, in a gilt white metal case with ormolu 'doll pendulum". Condition: the case has been nicely restored with a brushed gold leaf compound and looks pretty good. The movement is ticking OK, and is especially nice in that the front plate is cut out to expose the gears. The patent "chaff cutter" escapement uses tow escape wheels, with the "cutter" verge alternating from one wheel, back to the other. Height 11.5 inches
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