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Antique French enamelled and engraved brass carriage clock

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Antique French enamelled and engraved brass carriage clock
French, late 19th Century
Clock: Height 12cm, width 8cm, depth 7cm
Case: Height 15cm, width 11cm, depth 9cm

This beautiful French carriage clock features a brass frame that is adorned with a profuse variety of scrolling foliate forms, with deep blue enamel set into the hollows between the raised brass motifs. The front face of the clock, which is set behind glass—as are all four sides—is similarly adorned and is set with a silvered dial inscribed with Arabic numeral hour indices. The clock is topped with a similarly decorated handle, and is set within its original fitted leather travel case.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Brass, enamel, glass, leather.
Creation Date:	Late 19th Century
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	16834
Incollect Reference #:	506673

Dimensions

W.	4.33 in;	H.	5.91 in;	D.	3.54 in;
W.	11 cm;	H.	15 cm;	D.	9 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.