A mid-19th century French mantel clock by the respected Parisian maker Le Roy and Fils, signed to the dial:
Le Roy and Fils Palais Royal Galerie Montpensier Paris 211 Regent Street London
The movement backplate is stamped Leroy and Fils – 11073 – A Paris, confirming manufacture in Paris during the firm’s dual Paris and London operating period, circa 1850–1860.
The clock is housed in a solid red marble architectural case with brass bezel and moulded detailing. It strikes the hour and half hour on a bell and retains its winding key.
The movement winds correctly, ticks strongly and the strike operates. I have tested it over a 24 hour period and it hold very reasonable time, loosing 2 -3 mins, but would benefit from a service no doubt
A genuine Le Roy and Fils example in a restrained and classical marble case — an opportunity to acquire a recognised maker at a price reflecting service requirement.
Dimensions: Height: 22 cm Width: 20 cm Depth: 14 cm Weight: approximately 8 kg
Condition
🌿 Solid marble case with age-related surface wear 🌿 Minor edge nibbles and small chips consistent with age 🌿 Brass with natural patina 🌿 Original enamel dial with minor age spotting 🌿 Winds, ticks and strikes hour and half hour 🌿Runs and keeps very reasonable time over 24 hr test period
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