French onyx & gilt bronze clock, urn form, Japy Freres
Similar Sale History
View More Items in UrnsRelated Urns
More Items in Urns
View MoreRecommended Decorative Objects
View MoreItem Details
Description
French onyx & gilt bronze clock, urn form, Japy Freres
21.5"H x 10.5" W
(source: antiquevintageclocks.com) Japy Freres (Japy Brothers) were French clock makers founded by Frederic Japy in 1777 where he renewed and mechanized the traditional process of establishment practiced in the Jura by the watchmaking profession. From the watch movement, Japy went onto the pendulum and diversified into tools, engines, bicycle parts, lighting, garden furniture, pumps 1 , coffee grinders, typewriters , etc. The 1880s marked the golden age of Japy. Nearly 5,000 workers worked in the Japy factories in the region. The family had thirteen castles built on Beaucourt and Dasle, four have disappeared.
21.5"H x 10.5" W
(source: antiquevintageclocks.com) Japy Freres (Japy Brothers) were French clock makers founded by Frederic Japy in 1777 where he renewed and mechanized the traditional process of establishment practiced in the Jura by the watchmaking profession. From the watch movement, Japy went onto the pendulum and diversified into tools, engines, bicycle parts, lighting, garden furniture, pumps 1 , coffee grinders, typewriters , etc. The 1880s marked the golden age of Japy. Nearly 5,000 workers worked in the Japy factories in the region. The family had thirteen castles built on Beaucourt and Dasle, four have disappeared.
Condition
Good condition overall
Buyer's Premium
- 25%
French onyx & gilt bronze clock, urn form, Japy Freres
Estimate $200 - $300
3 bidders are watching this item.
Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in New York, NY, usSee Policy for Shipping
Local Pickup Available
Payment
Accepts seamless payments through LiveAuctioneers
TOP