19th Century French Henri Jacot Repeater Carriage Clock
Lot: 35
Gilt brass gorge case with ribbed, swing handle to top, with push repeat button, with bevelled glass panels throughout, the ribbed, ebonized mask etched with scrolling foliage picked out in gold. White enameled dial with Roman numerals and five minute intervals marked to outer edge. Two hammers on blued steel coiled gong, striking the hours, then the quarters, etc.
Stamped HJ mark under the script Hands to back stamped serial number 6198, to lower left.
Approximate dimensions: 8 1/2 H. when handle is up x 4 1/2 W. x 3 5/8 D..
Overall condition is good to very good, patination to surfaces, especially the top and handle. Light scratches to surfaces. Michaans does not test clocks or other scientific instruments for functionality.