Original Listing Description

Antique 1886 Ansonia LA VENDEE Porcelain Royal Bonn Mantle Clock - VIDEO - RUNSPendulum - Present - Era correctKey - - Marked Ansonia - Time Strike - Open EscapementDial - PorcelainHands - Steel - condition - Tested - I have ran for over a day - the clock wound easy on both sides and kept good time during operation. Prior owner ran this clock off and on for several weeks at a time during the years he owned it. (SEE VIDEO). Please understand i do not know the mechanical service history of this clock, and it MAY need service in the future for long term optimal - Superbly done Hand painted porcelain body - All Original - Beveled glass closure door with Pie Crust edging - 15" tall X 13" Wide - High Quality example.History - The prior owner was a clocksmith for 38 years and at age 89 he was no longer able to work on them, so decided to start letting some of his personal clocks go. Tho he did keep regular oiling maintenance as needed while he owned them until this last year.Clock Body - Condition is as seen - Please see ALL photos you be the judge. STUNNING Example - There is what appears to be a repair on the very tip (see photo 8 & 9) otherwise No cracks or damage to be found in the housingFor similar items related to this check my Clocks - Mantle Clock Or Clocks - Wall Clocks section in my store.Extra care WILL be taken during packing to ensure safe arrival to its next home, shipping Will reflect this.Shelf AI work hard to keep my high rating with my great communication I will gladly answer any questions you may have as I am always watching my E-Bay items closely. Questions are usually answered within an hour.To get a shipping discount on multiple items please put them all in your cart and my store will auto discount 50% off each item beyond the first. Please don’t forget to leave feedback, sellers depend on it!!! (Condition: Pre-Owned)

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