European Furniture & Decorative Arts

The clock is not running. There is a pendulum present, but no winding key. The single hand is loose from the dial and needs an additional part to keep it in place. Inspection and possible repair by a horologist is needed. The gilt bronze base (the portion above the red felt) is attractive and sturdy. The lower base not original to the clock; it is not gilt bronze, but some other material that has been painted in a gold tone. The dial is lacking a screw or pin to keep it attached to the base. There is some loss to the enameled numerals on the glass face. It is unclear if there is a chime. There is no cover present.

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