A Very Rare Ormolu Mystery Clock Circa 1840, By Jean - Mar 18, 2017 | Watches Of Knightsbridge In United Kingdom
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A VERY RARE ORMOLU MYSTERY CLOCK CIRCA 1840, BY JEAN

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A VERY RARE ORMOLU MYSTERY CLOCK CIRCA 1840, BY JEAN
A VERY RARE ORMOLU MYSTERY CLOCK CIRCA 1840, BY JEAN
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A VERY RARE ORMOLU MYSTERY CLOCK CIRCA 1840, BY JEAN EUGENE ROBERT HOUDIN OF PARISD: Transparent glass dial with Roman numerals & inner chapter ring, single gilt "arrow" hand. M: French key wind twin barrel 8 day striking movement with chaff cutter escapement, signed Vincenti & Comp on the back plate, numbered. C: Gilt ormolu chased & decorative wasted case with opposing griffins guarding the column which supports the dial surround, signed Houdin, height measures approx. 35cm, dial surround diameter approx. 12.7cm.
Condition
CONDITION REPORT D: Original dial in excellent condition. M: Working at present. C: In excellent condition with some discolouration. D: Dial / M: Movement / C: Case / S: Strap / B: Bracelet
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A VERY RARE ORMOLU MYSTERY CLOCK CIRCA 1840, BY JEAN

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