A RARE AND UNUSUAL FRENCH AUTOMATA, MUSICAL STRIKING PICTURE WALL CLOCK

WIth three independent mechanisms, the rounded rectangular gilt frame modelled with foliage to each corner, the scene depicting figures on a quayside by a tower, with a volcano beyond and vessels at sea with a lighthouse to the left side, the tower showing an enamel dial, with rectangular-shaped French movement striking on a gong, the scene with approximately 17 automata, which can be played at will, a Swiss music box to the right side, with independent control from the lower right side

121 x 100cm overall

CONDITION REPORT

Some losses to gesso work, as visible in the photograph.  The gilding with wear in places, showing the underlying red.  The three mechanisms - the clock, the music box and automata - all require work and servicing as we understand the piece has not been in use for a number of years.    There is a pendulum but no keys.