Welcome to my listing, please allow me to introduce myself. My name is James. I am a horologist and have been working with clocks and watches for over 30 years. I have been fully trained by the British Horological Institute and worked under my mentor for many years so you can buy with total confidence. All of my clocks are working unless otherwise stated, I don't however regulate the clocks before listing - I leave that to you as every environment is unique. Thank you for visiting my ...eBay shop, all emails are answered daily so please don't hesitate to contact meDescriptionThis is a rare fantastic antique French Egyptian themed mantel clock which has a black slate with red marble case that is in excellent condition for age. The clock features a simple architectural design with hieroglyphics designs to the face in the red marble panels. On top you have the classic Sphinx figure made from solid bronze ormolu which has great detail and is in excellent condition. The case has a beautiful original age patina to the slate with a sheen that can only be produced over time and sits elegantly on 4 matching bronze paw feetThe Clock Measures - 12.25 inches high x 10.75 inches wide x 6 inches deepDialThe clock has a 3.5 inch diameter matching slate & red marble dial which has gilded engraved roman numerals. The dial has its original hands and to the centre it has a red marble panel, the dial is protected by the glazed brass bezelMovementThe movement is a high quality French 8 day bell striking movement which strikes on the half past and on the hours, the movement is in full working order keeping time with its french pendulum and comes with a winding key, the movement is signed by the maker Achillies Brocot which would date the clock to circa 1860Condition ReportThis clock is in excellent condition and in full working order, please have a good look over the many Pictures I have provided which can help with any further item description. The clock does are age marks and light restration, this is a colectable clock and please make sure you are happy with clock before bidding, many thanks and Good luckKeep up to date with my latest offers - click here to add me to your favorite sellers or you can take a peek at my eBay shop click here to visit my eBay store.I offer premium service on all my products along with full aftersales customer care view my feedback. If you want to know more about me take a look at my about me page. Click here to view my other items for salePlease note I am an online retailer of clocks and watches, there is not an option to view or collect these items. I use a professional packing service with premium fully tracked next day shipping. Bigger or high risk items I will have hand delivered by my personal driver on a day convenient for you and he will also call you with an ETA. We do offer discount on shipping with multiple purchases, please do not email for a cheaper service we do not offer one as we want our items to arrive safely. Rare Antique French Mantel Clock 8 Day Egyptian Slate Marble Strike Mantle Clock
Rare Antique French Mantel Clock 8 Day Egyptian Slate Marble Strike Mantle Clock Click images to enlarge Description Welcome to my listing, please allow me to introduce myself. My name is James. I am a horologist and have been working with clocks and watches for over 30 years. I have been fully trained by the British Horological Institute and worked under my mentor for many years so you can buy with total confidence. All of my clocks are working unless otherwise stated, I don't however regulate the clocks before listing - I leave that to you as every environment is unique. Thank you for visiting my eBay shop, all emails are answered daily so please don't hesitate to contact me Description
This is a rare fantastic antique French Egyptian themed mantel clock which has a black slate with red marble case that is in excellent condition for age. The clock features a simple architectural design with hieroglyphics designs to the face in the red marble panels. On top you have the classic Sphinx figure made from solid bronze ormolu which has great detail and is in excellent condition. The case has a beautiful original age patina to the slate with a sheen that can only be produced over time and sits elegantly on 4 matching bronze paw feet
The Clock Measures - 12.25 inches high x 10.75 inches wide x 6 inches deep
Dial
The clock has a 3.5 inch diameter matching slate & red marble dial which has gilded engraved roman numerals. The dial has its original hands and to the centre it has a red marble panel, the dial is protected by the glazed brass bezel
Movement
The movement is a high quality French 8 day bell striking movement which strikes on the half past and on the hours, the movement is in full working order keeping time with its french pendulum and comes with a winding key, the movement is signed by the maker Achillies Brocot which would date the clock to circa 1860
Condition Report
This clock is in excellent condition and in full working order, please have a good look over the many Pictures I have provided which can help with any further item description. The clock does are age marks and light restration, this is a colectable clock and please make sure you are happy with clock before bidding, many thanks and Good luck Keep up to date with my latest offers - click here to add me to your favorite sellers or you can take a peek at my eBay shop click here to visit my eBay store. I offer premium service on all my products along with full aftersales customer care view my feedback. If you want to know more about me take a look at my about me page. Click here to view my other items for sale Please note I am an online retailer of clocks and watches, there is not an option to view or collect these items. I use a professional packing service with premium fully tracked next day shipping. Bigger or high risk items I will have hand delivered by my personal driver on a day convenient for you and he will also call you with an ETA. We do offer discount on shipping with multiple purchases, please do not email for a cheaper service we do not offer one as we want our items to arrive safely. Pictures sell! Auctiva offers Free Image Hosting and Editing.250+ Listing Templates! Auctiva gets you noticed!