Lot 66
Attr: Robert Houdin Glass Dial Mystery Clock. 4.5 in. 2 plate glass dial, the front plate has reverse painted black Roman hour numerals and gilt arrow pointer hand which moves the rear glass plate driven by gears on its outer edge contained in the brass bezel. The dial is raised on dore bronze filigree molded arms raising up from the center stem containing gears and arms connecting to the escapement of the movement, the dore bronze base has a serpentine form with applied dore filigree and maidens head, stands overall on a gilt wood platform. Round French brass spring driven silk thread movement has and hour strike on a steel bell in the base. The front mounted escapement engages a large crown wheel in the back of the movement which rotates a series of rods and gears running up through the stem and right support arm which turns the rear glass plate to which the time indicator is attached. Circa 1830, in good running condition. 17 in. high x 7 in. wide x 4.25 in. deep. Weight: 6.25 lbs.
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