A mahogany mantel clock by Henry-Lepaute, Paris, circa 1810,

of architectural form, the silvered 4-inch dial set with Roman numerals, marked 'Rue St. Honoré 247', the movement stamped '121', the rear door bearing an 'F' cypher beneath a coronet

23cm wide, 16cm deep, 38cm high

Footnote:

The inside of the rear door bears a distinctive yet unexplained 'F' mark beneath a coronet. Although similar to marks found on objects from Château de Fontainebleau, those marks were not applied with a hot iron - as is the case here - and are invariably accompanied by a Château inventory number, which this clock lacks. The Chief Curator of Fontainebleau has confirmed this clock does not originate from the palace. Nevertheless, the presence of these marks make it possible that, at some point, it may have been housed in a royal or aristocratic residence.

Condition Report:

Cosmetically in mostly good order, albeit with a few relatively large cracks to front, some veneer losses and abrasions, etc. Significant tarnishing to dial, including some faded numerals. Dial glass is detached and will need properly reglued/attached. Rear door hinge in working order. Bell strikes on half-hour and hour. Pendulum included. No winder. Does tick and hands advance, although regulation required as clock gaining significant time. Structurally stable and secure.