DESCRIPTION:
French 8-day hour repeating carriage clock by E.M. & Co, larger size Corinthian style Anglaise Riche case with stepped base and decorated Corinthian columns, silvered chapter dial set in beautifully pierced and engraved scrolled and foliate mask with exotic birds and floral chasing, two side panels also feature this pierced and engraved exotic birds and floral chased mask, hour and half hour bell striking movement, original jeweled lever escapement, original lever platform, s#1037, height 8 inches to top of upright Greek key style handle. E. M. & Co stands for E. Maurice & Co, a maker of very high quality carriage clocks.
CONDITION:
Runs well when wound but stops before mainspring completely winds down, overhaul recommended, good platform performance, good strike function but strikes a minute early, good repeat function, light oil stains on the back mvt plate, top plate is discolored; flawless dial; case in near mint finish, some dings and fine scratches on the handle, glasses all in mint condition; excellent hands with minor loss of bluing. A lovely clock.
ESTIMATE:
$2600
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$3200
PRICE SOLD:
$2000
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