C.1840, French, Ormolu and Bronze Automaton figural clock, a young man in 18th century dress, setting beside a water fall, with separate movement, wound behind his legs to rotate the twisted glass tube that simulates water, time and bell strike movement

C.1840, French, Ormolu and Bronze Automaton figural clock, a young man in 18th century dress, setting beside a water fall, with separate movement, wound behind his legs to rotate the twisted glass tube that simulates water, time and bell strike movement with silk thread susp. Condition: this clock has been in storage for a long time, and movements, though functional, will benefit from service. Retains original hooked pendulum for silk thread application, and movement is complete with f/s adjust knob on the rear of the movement (note that inside of case has spring motor for the automaton, so the pendulum swings to the rear of the case). Gilt dial has a wonderful bezel of an ormolu snake and original moon hands. Feet are slightly bent but can be straightened. Overall very good original condition. Ht 17" [43cm]