Magnificent Antique French 8-Day Brass Timepiece Carriage Clock (c.1900)

£550.00

Up for sale is a beautiful, high-grade antique 8-day brass timepiece carriage clock, Gong Striking Clock dating from circa 1900. This exceptional clock features a heavy, glass-panelled brass case designed in the classic, understated architectural style. As a pure timepiece model, it focuses entirely on elegant, accurate timekeeping.
The clock boasts an exceptionally clean, minimalist white enamel dial featuring crisp Roman numerals and classic blued-steel Breguet-style hands. The mechanical movement is fully visible through the side glass panels and features a premium platform with a lever escapement, which can be viewed working rhythmically through the oval glass window on top.

Condition & Functionality:
• Fully Serviced & Working: This clock has been professionally stripped down, cleaned, oiled, and serviced. It is in excellent running condition, keeping grand historical time.
• Movement Details: High-quality 8-day timepiece movement fitted with a clean platform lever escapement.
• Cosmetics: The original brass case retains an authentic, rich historic patina with minor age-appropriate wear and tarnishing that highlights its antiquity. The enamel dial is in beautiful, clean condition, and all five glass panels are completely intact.

Detailed Dimensions (With Handle Down):
• Height: 18 cm
• Width: 9.5 cm
• Depth: 9 cm

Shipping & Handling:
Due to the highly sensitive nature of the platform lever escapement, this carriage clock will be packed with the absolute utmost care using double-boxing and professional-grade shock-absorbing materials. Fully insured tracked shipping will be used worldwide.