Lot 284 , Jules of Paris. A 19th century French ormolu hour repeating carriage clock, width 4.75in. height 7in.

Jules of Paris. A 19th century French ormolu hour repeating carriage clock, in cast case with mermaid handle and figures representing the seasons to the corners, signed movement numbered 199 striking on a bell, width 4.75in. height 7in.
Estimate £500-700

Overall in honest untouched condition, the main swing handle has wear through the gilding, the gilding on the main body is now slightly matted, dial and hands look original and in good clean condition as is the movement, label to the base for The Clock Clinic of Putney dated '95, back door with rubbing to the handle, repeat is out of sync with the movement but movement running well.


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Sold for £1,300