Antique Clocks, Pocket Watches, Etc.

A Truly Marvelous Example of a Louie XV Cartel Clock All Original Outstandingly Decorative Case Sold by Almco Galleries Made by Renown French Clock Maker M. Vincenti Circa 1855 Runs Well & Keeps Good Time! An Outstanding Addition To Any Home or Collection! 23 Day Running Duration!

Cartel clocks had their origin in France during the 18th century. They were essentially a clock for the boudoir or salon, as they were so decorative. This clock was made by the famous French clock maker Montbeliard Vincenti and won a Silver Medal, which is stamped on the bottom of the movement along with the date the medal was awarded. The stamp says Medaille D' Argent Vincenti 1855 or that a Silver Medal was awarded to M. Vincenti in 1855. The entire case is very attractively decorated with 24 Kt Gilt. Gilt of this age, was applied to a base metal, which I beleive to be brass or spelter in this case, by the mercuric gilding process - also called fire gilding and water gilding. The dial, which is absolutley immaculate, i.e. no hairlines, chips, etc. is marked "ALMCO GALLERIES", which is the location where the clock was originally sold. The dial and the gilt hands are flawless! The clock measures 29" in length, the dial is 6.5" in diameter, and the total width of the clock is 12.5". The clock hangs from a hook at the back of the circle on the top of the ribbons from which the clock appears to hang. There are also flowers adorning the ribbons. The side of the clock is decoratively fluted and there is a spiral cornucopia filled with a multitude of fruits on either side of the clock. The bottom of the clock is a true work of art. There is a face with Ram's horns that is wreathed in leaves in the center and a bow of rope is beneath that. The face is truly amazing, as you can see in this close up picture. From what I have read, the male face with Ram's horns is the Egyptian God Amon, or the male God of fertility. This only goes to further amplify the meaning of plenty implied by the adornments on this clock! Hanging down from all of this is a grape vine with a multitude of grape leaves and grapes. All in all, it is a marvelous work of art and represents a time of plenty. You can access the movement from the back of the clock. Once you lift the lever to open the portal to the movement, you can view the movement, the stamp, and the bell upon which the clock strikes. Whether you buy this clock or not, please take the time to enjoy looking at the breathtaking work of this most uncommon piece of art! The clock is in excellent condition, it is all original, and is not missing any pieces. Lastly, the clock comes with its own key to wind the clock and to set the time. The price for this piece is $9,500.00.

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