A French ‘Mystery’ Mantel Clock – c 1870

Description

Type: A French ‘Mystery’ Mantel Clock
Date : c 1870
Origin : France
Materials : Gilt spelter and black slate
Stamps and Marks: striking movement marked for Guilmet; gilt parts for P H Mourey no 409
General description: A standing female figure holds the glazed pendulum atop the black slate case. adorned with lion-mask drop handles and rococo feet.
Dimensions : figure 374mm high; case h 270 x w 285 x d 230mm
Weight ; 14400g