£320
A mid 19c French mantel clock the waisted case having a glazed pendulum aperture below the dial and decorated with gilt mounts and fret and surmounted by a gilt cherub. The case is veneered in mother of pearl and the front inlaid with brass foliage designs. The 9cm dia white enamel dial has Roman numerals and the two train movement has countwheel striking on a bell and a gilt shaped pendulum bob. The backplate is stamped Edward Bright, Paris and the clock stands on a rectangular giltwood base. Overall 44.5cms h.
The mother of pearl is pretty intact apart from two small clips on the top of the case to the left and rear. The brass inlay is tarnished to a general brown colour. The mounts and frets are all good . The dial and glass are undamaged and the movement seems complete and tries to run and strike. The gilt base has slight chipping and a worn fabric.
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