UNUSUAL ANTIQUE DRUM, STRIKING CARRIAGE CLOCK-JAPY FRERES ZODIAC DESIGN c1860
UNUSUAL ANTIQUE DRUM, STRIKING CARRIAGE CLOCK-JAPY FRERES ZODIAC DESIGN c1860
SOLD $380.05 Sold: Apr 17, 2021 on eBayOriginal Listing Description
This wonderful clock is in the form of a drum (Tibetan Chinese style?), mounted on either lions or goat-like feet. It has been cast with various Zodiac symbols decorating the front edge, and stars to the rear. It has a "bronzed" finish over the metal case, with an intricate handle set to the top. Inside the clock beats a quality 8 day, bell striking movement made by Japy Freres. This bares their stamp "Grd Medal Honour", which was an award won at both the 1855 & 1867 Paris Expositions. It strikes both the hour and the half hour on a sweet sounding bell, which can be viewed via the glazed rear
Note: This item has been sold and is no longer available. This page serves as a historical price reference for clocks collectors and appraisers.
Original Listing Description
This wonderful clock is in the form of a drum (Tibetan Chinese style?), mounted on either lions or goat-like feet. It has been cast with various Zodiac symbols decorating the front edge, and stars to the rear. It has a "bronzed" finish over the metal case, with an intricate handle set to the top. Inside the clock beats a quality 8 day, bell striking movement made by Japy Freres. This bares their stamp "Grd Medal Honour", which was an award won at both the 1855 & 1867 Paris Expositions. It strikes both the hour and the half hour on a sweet sounding bell, which can be viewed via the glazed rear
Note: This item has been sold and is no longer available. This page serves as a historical price reference for clocks collectors and appraisers.