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 stunning antique French 8 day bell striking mantel clock which has a gilt metal case and superb cobalt blue sevres porcelain panels. The clock features various embossed designs and decorations all of which are in great condition. There is 5 matching blue sevres porcelain panels which are of the highest quality with amazing hand painted decoration which only adds to the overall beautiful display look. The clock has superb proportions with a urn to the top and 4 lady figure head pillars, the case has been refinished at some point i its life but has a wonderful colour to it you wouldn't knowThe Clock Measures - 14.25 inches high x 9.5 inches wide x 5.25 inches deepDialThe clock has a matching full length cobalt blue sevres porcelain dial which has roman numerals. The clock has its brass hands and the hand painted decoration is second to none and really makes this clock stand out, there is a hairline going across the dial as you can see in the pictures but is tight and not crackingMovementThe 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 stamped with the makers mark of Japy Freres and dates to circa 1860Condition ReportThis clock is in wonderful 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, 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. Antique 19thC French 8 Day Striking Gilt Metal & Sevres Porcelain Mantel Clock
Antique 19thC French 8 Day Striking Gilt Metal & Sevres Porcelain Mantel 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 stunning antique French 8 day bell striking mantel clock which has a gilt metal case and superb cobalt blue sevres porcelain panels. The clock features various embossed designs and decorations all of which are in great condition. There is 5 matching blue sevres porcelain panels which are of the highest quality with amazing hand painted decoration which only adds to the overall beautiful display look. The clock has superb proportions with a urn to the top and 4 lady figure head pillars, the case has been refinished at some point i its life but has a wonderful colour to it you wouldn't know
The Clock Measures - 14.25 inches high x 9.5 inches wide x 5.25 inches deep
Dial
The clock has a matching full length cobalt blue sevres porcelain dial which has roman numerals. The clock has its brass hands and the hand painted decoration is second to none and really makes this clock stand out, there is a hairline going across the dial as you can see in the pictures but is tight and not cracking
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 stamped with the makers mark of Japy Freres and dates to circa 1860
Condition Report
This clock is in wonderful 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, 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!