A Victorian rosewood mantel clock, inlaid with mother of pearl, the top with brass carrying handle and lenticle, enamelled dial and Japy movement count-wheel striking on a bell, 11in. max.
Condition report
CONDITION:
– Dial diameter 9 cms
– Bezel 11 cms
– Pieces of veneer missing from front, side and back of base
– Back cover missing, no key or pendulum
– Metalware tarnished
– Black numerals slightly faded
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