The case is in largely good condition. The back door is missing. There is some wear to the gilt metal and tarnishing, notably to the eagles beak. The bronzes are both ok. There are small enamel chips to the face and some further wear. There are a number of small chips and marks to the base, as well as some natural striations. In handsome overall appearance.
The movement would benefit from a service as it has not been run recently. The pendulum and key are present.
We do not guarantee clocks to be in working order.
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Of considerable weight, well over 10kg, and difficult to lift single-handedly.
Initials at the bottom of the enamel dial read 'G.M' - For a similar clock by Lapine bearing the same signature to the face please see Christie's Important European Furniture and Clocks, 9/7/2009, Lot: 32. "probably for Georges-Adrien Merlet"
Barrel movement.
