Antique Vase Clock

Dimensions: H x W x D: 41 x 13 x 12

Description:
Beautiful, fully gilded French mantel clock.
The basic form is in the shape of an urn vase with lid and handles on the sides.

Approximately square base with applied flower basket in bas-relief.
The dial is centred in the front view of the vase and framed by a finely chased bezel. In the four corners we see applied arrows.

The laterally mounted female faces, so-called caryatids support the handles, which in turn end in heads of dolphins or mythical creatures at the top.

The heart of the clock is a classic French pendulum movement with thread suspension of the pendulum and lock disc striking mechanism. Strike on bell on the half and full hour. The duration is one week.
Black Roman numerals, Breguet hands. In the lower part of the dial we see the signature: Tardy à Lyon.

Condition:
Completely overhauled movement, flawless in function. Cleaned bronze with slight rubbing of the fire gilding on the sides.

Price: 3000,-€