Lot 1331

A FRENCH ENGRAVED GILT BRASS STRIKING AND REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCK WITH ALARM FOR THE CHINESE MARKET

Retailed by L. Vrard & Co, Shang-Hai, circa 1890

Estimate: £400 - £600
Hammer price: £1,000
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.

With a finely engraved Gorge-type case, bevelled oval top glass, the white enamel dial, signed, with sweep centre seconds and alarm subsidiary, the twin train movement with original silvered platform lever escapement and bi-metallic compensated balance, the backplate mounted with the visible strike work and a bell, the base with the alarm bell

19cm high (handle up)


CONDITION REPORT
The clock case has been re-gilded in the recent past.  It is in good condition.  There is a small screwhead visible on the top plate to the right-hand side back corner.  The glasses are in good condition.  The movement looks to have been well cared for; however, it is not running so will require a service.  The strike and repeat functions. One double-ended key 

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