Lot 256

An early 20th century French brass cased repeating carriage clock

Auction: 25 June 2003 at 12:00 BST
£1,763
Description
the twin train movement with lever platform escapement striking on a gong, the porcelain face painted with 18th century lovers in a rustic landscape and set with circular dial with Arabic chapters centred by cherub, enclosed by bevelled glass, the sides painted with similar male and female suitors, within architectural case with fluted Corinthian columns at the corners, stepped cornice and plinth on flattened feet, hinged handle; faded Morocco leather travelling case with purple velvet lining, glazed window and cover
clock 18cm high (handle down)
