Fire gilded ‚borne’ type bronze clock of Louis Philippe period, topped by a bowl. The centre part as well as feet and bowl are dyed and it is decorated by crossed cornucopias. The dial is surrounded by a casted brass ring of roses.
8 day spring wound movement of Paris type, half and full hour striking on bell, locking-plate striking system, anchor escapement, ornate brass hands. Silk suspension with fine adjustement from the back of the movement.
Back plate marked: Rodel 644. Look at: TARDY Dictionnaire Des Horlogers Francais, 1971, page 567. „Rodel Th. Paris. Rue de la Pierre Levée, 1840.“
Silvered brass dial with Roman hour numerals and seller’s signature: Gombault à Caen.
Measurements of the case - height x width x depth: approx: 45,5cm x 21 cm x 11 cm – weight of clock: 4,5 KG.
This clock was made approx. 1840.
We guarantee that all parts of this clock originally fit together, except key.
Price upon request.
