A FRENCH CHARLES X STYLE ORMOLU PORTICO MANTEL CLOCKThe movement stamped for Samuel Marti, Paris, late 19th centuryThe circular eight-day bell striking movement regulated by pendulum with ornamental bob cast with a rosette beneath lyre motif with 'gridiron'' infill, the backplate stamped with initials Samuel Marti, MEDAILLE DE BRONZE roundel and serial number 23237, the Roman numeral dial with visible Brocot type escapement to the recessed centre and steel hands set within fine repeating acanthus scroll cast bezel, the case with tablet upstand to the entablature and crisp complex mouldings to cornice and lintel over dial and visible pendulum set between four fluted Ionic columns, the plinth base with lappet leaf cast ogee topped skirt and block feet.42cm (16.25ins) high approx., 22cm (8.5ins) wide, 12cm (4.75ins) deep. Provenance: The Selwyn Demmy Collection.Condition Report: The movement appears complete and in original condition with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. Although essentially in working condition the movement is in dirty/neglected condition hence will require a clean/service before putting into service. The dial has been refinished hence is lacquered brass rather than gilt; the lacquer has started to break-down/discolour in places. The case retains original giding with some streaky discolouration/tarnishing mainly to the top and rear.Clock has pendulum (gilding has been cleaned-off the casting) and a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
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