French, for J.W. Benson, London, gilt spelter and alabaster, 8 days, time and strike, mantel clock with conical pendulum, c1890

French, for J.W. Benson, London, gilt spelter and alabaster, 8 days, time and strike, mantel clock with conical pendulum, c1890 the cast metal is intact with no damage or losses, but the finish is somewhat worn. The porcelain chapter ring is good, and signed by the famous London retailer. The rotating pendulum ball has new paint. The white stone base appears to have been reassembled and some shiny glue joints can be seen. The movement has a ÓDLÒ Medaille Bronze stamp, strikes with count wheel and bell, and the impulse pin for the pendulum rotates but was not tested long term. Ht 16Ó