C.1885, French, Mysterious Timepiece, the clock suspended from two parallel chains, mov't with a form of Brocot escapement, moves from side to side with no apparent impulse.

C.1885, French, Mysterious Timepiece, the clock suspended from two parallel chains, mov't with a form of Brocot escapement, moves from side to side with no apparent impulse. Condition: there are supposed to be two small thumb screws to attach the chains to the suspension springs, and those are lacking, pins in use. Someone glued the minute hand in place. Otherwise this clock is in excellent original condition, with nice gilding on the case and chains, and with great patina on the statue of Diana holding the suspension unit in the air. Has a slip clutch on the crutch to avoid damage to the escape wheel in shipping or if the drum is accidentally moved beyond its range. A rare clock. Height 25 inches