Beschreibung:

A FRENCH LOUIS PHILIPPE PORCELAIN INSET ORMOLU MANTEL CLOCK The dial signed for André with movement stamped for S.G. Huller, Paris, circa 1845 The circular eight-day countwheel bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by disc bob pendulum incorporating silk suspension and stamped S.G. HULLER, A, PARIS to the upper left hand margin of the backplate, the circular white enamel dial signed ANDRÉ A PARIS to centre within blue Roman numeral chapter ring incorporating foliate gilt painted cartouche divisions, with blued steel spade hands within a gilt fluted concave bezel, the rococo case with bold leafy finial over strapwork scroll cast surround to the dial and generous foliate rocaille bordered swollen apron panel inset with a porcelain plaque finely polychrome painted with a floral still life, the sides with integral cast large scale foliage around blind-hatched infill, on generous scroll cast feet incorporating further hatched panel infill and palmette to apron between. 39.5cm (15.5ins) high, 25cm (9.75ins) wide, 12.5cm (5ins) deep. Provenance: The Selwyn Demmy Collection. Condition Report: Movement appears complete and original with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. Although the movement is in working condition the mechanism is somewhat dirty/neglected hence a clean/service is required. The dial has some slight chipping to each of the winding holes otherwise appears to be in good original condition. The case is in fine original condition with strong gilding with very little wear and only a few minor patches of discolouration. The porcelain panel appears free from damage or visible restoration. The case back panle is lacking two (of its four) decorative securing screws. Clock is complete with pendulum and a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer