Antique French or France Shelf Novelty Clock

Price Type: auction
Sold Date: 11/1/2000
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Catalog Description:

C.1895, French "Cooking Pot" Mantel Clock, from the French Industrial and novelty series. The gong striking Marti movement has a pendulum in the form of a cooking pot which oscillates in the fireplace. The "cousin" to this clock may be seen in Derek Roberts' book: Mystery Novelty and Fantasy Clocks, (1999), page 263, and also in the Meraux Collection (Sotheby's), lot No. 6. This clock is in good original condition, complete with "pot and lid" pendulum and andirons; the only minor shortcomings are the tip of the minute hand which has been improperly replaced, and gong assembly has been bent away from the hammer and will need attention. Round time and strike movement recently cleaned. The multi piece brass case is mounted to a dark red marble base with ormolu feet. Hard to find in complete condition. Height 16" $1500-2000

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