Incredible French Brass Carriage Clock – Intricate Fretwork & Embossed Gilt Mask Dial – Fully Serviced with Key

£595.00

 

Incredible French Brass Carriage Clock – Intricate Fretwork & Embossed Gilt Mask Dial – Fully Serviced with Key

 

Up for sale is this spectacular, highly decorative French Brass Carriage Clock Timepiece. A true collector’s piece, this premium model stands out with its intricate geometric fretwork running around the top and bottom of the case, beautifully paired with a deeply embossed gilt floral mask dial. It comes complete with a winding key, has been fully serviced, and is in excellent working order.

Description

Incredible French Brass Carriage Clock – Intricate Fretwork & Embossed Gilt Mask Dial – Fully Serviced with Key

 

Up for sale is this spectacular, highly decorative French Brass Carriage Clock Timepiece. A true collector’s piece, this premium model stands out with its intricate geometric fretwork running around the top and bottom of the case, beautifully paired with a deeply embossed gilt floral mask dial. It comes complete with a winding key, has been fully serviced, and is in excellent working order.

Key Features & Details:

  • Embossed Gilt Mask Dial: Features an exquisitely detailed floral and scrollwork embossed gilt mask plate surrounding a cream dial with distinct Arabic numerals.
  • Ornate Fretwork Borders: Detailed repeating geometric fretwork bands run completely around both the upper header and lower base plates.
  • Architectural Case Styling: Designed with substantial fluted corner columns, detailed turned corner finials, and a heavily styled classic carrying handle.
  • Authentic French Craftsmanship: A premier example of late Victorian-era French horology, showcasing master-level metal casting and detailing.
  • Winding Key Included: Complete with a matching winding key, ready to wind and display immediately.
  • Cylinder Escapement: Powered by a reliable, traditional mechanical cylinder escapement movement.
  • Timepiece Only: Focused purely on elegant and quiet timekeeping (non-striking mechanism).
  • Condition: Professionally fully serviced and in excellent, fully operational condition.

Dimensions:

  • Height (Handle Up): 15 cm
  • Height (Handle Down): 13.5 cm
  • Width: 7.5 cm
  • Depth: 6.5 cm

Securely packaged and shipped with tracked, insured delivery. Please see photos for a closer look at the stunning fretwork and embossed dial work.