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19th Century French Petite Sonnerie Ormolu Carriage Clock by Grohé with Calendar

$20,175.04
£14,500
€17,273.87
CA$27,790.11
A$28,149.91
CHF 16,163.09
MX$341,309.24
NOK 187,551.97
SEK 190,906.33
DKK 129,140.44

About the Item

A Petit Sonnerie carriage clock by Grohe of Paris The gilt bronze case comprehensively engraved, and having a retractable carrying handle; the lever movement driving the petit sonnerie movement, with the fascia indicating, on white enamel faces, the hours, days and months; having an alarm mechanism operated from the back and striking on a double gong. Complete with ormolu plinth and signed to the face, Grohe, Paris French, circa 1870.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1870
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Our clock conservation and restoration expert has serviced the movement and its case guaranteeing the clock is in working condition. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 87471stDibs: LU954720207732

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