French Morbier Comtoise Wall Clock by Moindrot à Aubigny, 19th Century
Item Details
A 19th-century French Morbier or Comtoise-type wall clock. The clock features a large, patinated cast metal bezel and surround decorated with a central peacock crest, two swans at the base, and flanking birds of prey. The case encloses a circular white enameled dial with black Roman numeral hour markers and Arabic five-minute and date (1-31) rings. The dial is signed ‘MOINDROT’ and ‘à Aubigny.’ The movement is housed within a rectangular wood enclosure on the back and is weight-driven, with two conical iron weights present.
| Type | Pendulum Clock |
| Movement Maker | Moindrot à Aubigny |
| Materials | Metal |
| Operation | Weight Driven |
| Working Condition | Untested. Timekeeping accuracy is not guaranteed. |
| Chime | Bell |
| Key Included | Key |
| Serial Number | None |
| Period | Antique, 19th Century |
| Date | 19th Century |
| Origin | France |
| Style | French Provincial |
Condition
- missing case; oxidation and verdigris throughout; some distortion and dents; edge wear with small tears to the face surround; pitting to the weights; bend hands; dust accumulation, significantly to the operation; cracks to the backing board.
Dimensions
- measurement of the main body.
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Item #
ITMGS10791
