A FRENCH BOULLE MANTEL TIMEPIECE

The case of shaped outline, surmounted by an urn, with 3 1/2in enamel dial above a glazed panel, on scrolled feet, the associated drum-shaped movement with platform lever escapement

31cm high

CONDITION REPORT

With a key.  The timepiece movement has been replaced at some point.  The case is ‘dry’ and has some loss and repair to the tortoiseshell veneers.  Overall some cracking , especially to the lefthand side (possibly by exposure to sunlight).  Some lifting to the brass work.  The push-piece door lock is lost and is replaced with a hook.