Bidspirit auction | Rare silvered bronze table clock

Rare silvered bronze table clock in the shape of a lighthouse - FRANCE Title: Rare silvered bronze table clock in the shape of a lighthouse. Date: Around 1870. Material: Gold-plated and silver-plated bronze, clear glass, etc. Measurement: 25 x 9.5 x 9.5 cm. Mark: The case known as ‘PONS 6’ (see Tardy, p. 529). Description: The case is designed in the shape of a miniature lighthouse. It features a rectangular base with simulated masonry joints. Above this sits the main housing, which tapers toward the top and also features trompe-l’oeil masonry. Topped by a square platform with an openwork balustrade and the domed lantern housing. The rotating light is simulated by glass rods integrated into the balance wheel assembly. The round enamel dial with Roman numerals and blued hands is located below. 7-day movement with duplex escapement. Two keys included. Provenance: - Private collection, Rhineland. Acquired from Mentink & Roest, Ingen. Estimated shipping costs for this lot: The lot is unsuitable for parcel shipping. Transport only by shipping company after consultation following the auction. additional shipping insurance Shipping insurance up to total invoice amount of 25,000 Euros: max. 41.65 Euro over a total invoice amount of 25,000 Euros: 1.8 o/oo USA by individual arrangement after the auction. #France #Clocks.