Table clock with tortoiseshell, 2nd half 19th century, tortoiseshell slightly cracked, decorated with gilt bronze applications, white enamel dial with hairline cracks at 6 o'clock and a chip at 1 o'clock, black Roman numerals and blackened hands, domed, faceted glass in gilt glass rim, movement with solid hook escapement, 1/2 hour striking mechanism on clay spring in gong chair, 42x23x14cm HBT

Category: Watches