French Monumental Onyx Tall Case Clock
This stunning tall case clock might very well have graced a palace or grand chateau. The case is crafted in translucent green and rose color onyx. Decorative gilt bronze ormolu adorns the clock from top to bottom. Additionally, four impressive finials and a figural Father Time sit atop the clock. Large porcelain cartouche Roman numerals are embedded in the finely engraved gilt brass dial. Also, an outer cartouche ring features Arabic numeral hours. A sunburst pendulum is displayed behind a glass window. This image often represents Louis XIV, the Sun King.
An eight-day fully restored two-train movement strikes on a bell on the hour and half hour. A one-year warranty comes with the clock.
Certainly, this exquisite museum-quality clock provides instant grandeur to the well-appointed home.
112″ high x 25″ wide x 17″ deep
Circa 1880