French Horloge de Parquet or Tall Case Clock
































French Horloge de Parquet or Tall Case Clock
A 19th century French Horloge de Parquet or tall case clock from Brittany. Elegant solid cherry case in two parts, with book matched panels and a chapeau de gendarme crown. Subtle details including marquetry inlay and carved shell motif. Embossed brass clock surround depicting farmers with a horse drawn plow. Hand-painted enamel clock face with name of the maker: Avenol Pere at Questembert. A seven day Morbier movement strikes on the hour, two minutes after and on the half. Brass pendulum visible through oval glass pane. Clock is in working order and has been professionally cleaned. Circa 1890-1900. Overall: 18"D x 21.5"W x 101"H. Body: 9.5"D x 15.25"W. Top: 11"D (18"D at crown) x 15.25"W (21.5"W at crown)
#74229
A splendid 19th century French comtoise grandfather clock, distinguished by its beautifully painted pine case and elegant brass pendulum, showcases exquisite craftsmanship typical of the era. This remarkable timepiece features a reliable seven-day Morbier movement, which has been meticulously professionally cleaned, and it operates well. The new enamel clock face is expertly signed by the clockmaker E. Delor from Bort, located in South Central France. Both the brass clock surround and the pendulum are adorned with a charming urn of flowers, featuring delicate hand-painted designs in soft shades of pink, blue, and white, enhancing its overall aesthetic appeal. Top glass pane replaced. Circa 1880-1900
Dimensions: 90.5"H x 21"W x 9"D
#82306
A 19th century Country French comtoise, or grandfather clock, with polychrome painted pine case and embossed brass pendulum. Seven day Morbier movement, professionally cleaned and in working order. Enamel face signed by the clockmaker, P. Marcy and the name of his town, Vans (in Southern France). Embossed brass clock surround and pendulum, each with gold sheaves of wheat against a blue ground. Bronze bell chime. Small abrasion in enamel near center at nine. Circa 1880-1900
Dimensions: 94"H x 20"W x 8.5"D
#82307
A 19th century Country French comtoise, or grandfather clock, with polychrome painted pine case and embossed brass pendulum. Seven day Morbier movement, professionally cleaned and in working order, strikes on the hour, two minutes after the hour and once on the half. Enamel face signed by the clockmaker, and the name of his town, Corbigny (in the Nièvre department in central France). Embossed brass clock surround and pendulum, with floral motif painted in blue, yellow and gold. Note that the original glass panel of the bottom door is in two panes and the top glass has been replaced. Circa 1888-1900
Dimensions: 95"H x 21"W x 9"D
#83486
A late 19th century Morbier works for a tall case clock from Jobert Horloger at St Laurent Mâcon with brass embossment of Sun King ( Louis XIV) as well as in the pendulum. Movement has been professionally cleaned and is in working condition. 7 day clock. Chimes on the hour and two minutes after and once on the half. The dimensions of the frame is 9.75" wide by 8" deep and 15"high at the top of the brass embossing. The alarm system is not activated. The 39" long folding pendulum is original to the work. Keeps a good time. Two original weights. Two dings on the enamel face. Circa 1870-1890. Handling and shipping is $100- within the US continent. #83463
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A late 19th century Morbier works for a tall case clock from Rouffet Jeune at Bayonne St Esprit. Movement is in working condition. 7 day clock. Chimes on the hour and two minutes after and once on the half. The dimensions of the frame is 10.75" wide by 6" deep and 17"high at the top of the brass embossing. Small ding on the enamel face between 11 and 12. The 36" long folding pendulum is original to the work. Keeps a good time. Two original weights 11 lbs each. Handling and shipping is $80.- within the US continent. #83458
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A late 19th century Morbier works for a tall case clock from Boivin at Chateauroux. Movement has been professionally cleaned and is in working condition. 7 day clock. Chimes on the hour and two minutes after and once on the half. The dimensions of the frame is 11" wide by 6" deep and 18.5"high at the top of the brass embossing. New Brass bell and new rewind key. The alarm system is not activated. The 36" long folding pendulum is original to the work. Keeps a good time. Two original weights. Handling and shipping is $80.- within the US continent. #83461
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A late 19th century Morbier works for a tall case clock from Mr Richard at Villedieu in Normandy. Movement has been professionally cleaned and oiled and it is in working condition. 7 day clock. Chimes on the hour and two minutes after and once on the half. The dimensions of the frame is 10" wide by 5.5" deep and 16"high at the top of the brass embossing. The 36" long folding pendulum is original to the work. Keeps a good time. Missing the day hand. Two new 10.5 lbs each weights. Handling and shipping is $80.- within the US continent. #83625
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A French Horloge De Parquet, or tall case clock made of solid cherry. The case is from the 18th century and the clock is from the late 19th century. In two parts, the case has a tapered body with a marquetry star detail and the top has the original glass panes and a chapeau de gendarme crown. The clock has an enamel face with hand painted Roman numerals and a decorative embossed brass surround. Seven day Morbier movement striking on the hour and once on the half. Professionally cleaned and in working order. Good craftsmanship with pegged and mortise and tenon construction. Old restoration on the feet. Waxed patina. Circa 1760-1780
Overall Dimensions: 96"H x 19"W x 12.5"D
Body: 74.5"H x 19"W x 12.5"D
Head: 23"H x 19"W x 12.5"D
#82328
A 19th century Louis XV style French walnut horloge de parquet, or tall case clock, in two parts. The body has a paneled door crafted from a single plank and carved with a rosette decoration. A simple five-point star is carved into the case. The top has a large chapeau de gendarme crown and original glass panes. The bottom base was replaced in the early 20th century. The enamel clock face has Roman numerals and a decorative cast bronze surround with rooster. Seven day Morbier movement strikes on the hour and once on the half. Professionally cleaned and in working order, keeping good time. Good craftsmanship with pegged and mortise and tenon construction. Nice wood grain with waxed patina. Please refer to photos for more details. Circa 1850-1870.
Overall Dimensions: 101"H x 17"W x 12.5"D
Top: 83"H x 17"W x 12.5"D
Base: 18"H x 17"W x 12.5"D
#83141
A late 19th century Morbier works for a tall case clock. Movement has been professionally cleaned and is in working condition. 7 day clock. Chimes on the hour and once on the half. Enamel face in good condition with Roman number for the hours and Arabic numbers for the day of the month. The dimensions of the frame is 10" wide by 6" deep and 15.5"high at the top of the brass embossing. Original bell and rewind key. The 39" long folding pendulum is original to the work. Keeps a good time. Two new weights. Circa 1880-1900.
Handling and shipping is $80.- within the US continent. #83495
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