Rare pendulum clock Maçonnique.. Paris. Ca. 1800-10.

Ormolu, partially patinated. To the base freemanson symbols. Circular enamel dial with Arabic numerals and minutes. 14 days verge pendulum clockwork. Rack striking work striking quarter-hours on two bells. Work in Swiss style of construction. Height 32cm. Condition B. Estimation : 7 000 €

Literature: Pierre Kjellberg. La Pendule Francais. Paris 1997. On model see p.67 and 68.
The freemanson theme is rarely picked for French pendulum clocks and therefore an extraordinary attractive depiction.

Vente du Samedi 22 novembre 2008. Mobilier, Porcelaine, Argenterie, Art Nouveau, Varia. Van Ham - Cologne - Allemagne