Description: 1920s BRASS & BEVELED GLASS MINIATURE FRENCH CARRIAGE CLOCK 8-day Couaillet movement with Swiss precision 11-jewel platform escapement This charming Deco gem is from my personal collection of vintage and antique timepieces curated since the early 1970s. Yes; that's Doug half a century ago gracing the cover of our local newspaper. Plain cubic form on diminutive cylindrical feet. Traditional style bail handle. Fired enamel on copper dial with bold Arabic numbers inside the chapter ring. Blued steel hands easily read at a distance. Rear plate of movement stamped "Made in France" and carrying hand set arrow cypher of Couaillet. Commendably finished movement with thick plates, ringed-turned and shaped pillars, polished brass barrel & precisely cut wheels, and polished steel pinions & arbors. Fit-up with precision Swiss 11-jewel lever escapement platform. NOTE: In April of 2024, I completely disassembled, ultrasonically cleaned and rinsed the movement in waterless solutions, checked for wear, buffed to achieve mirror polish, reassembled and lubricated with high-grade Swiss oils. Mainspring was removed from the barrel, cleaned and lubricated with grease. The platform was disassembled with cap jewels removed, ultrasonically and hand cleaned, reassembled and lubricated with Moebius oils. Hands, dial, crystal and glass panels were cleaned. The case was disassembled, painstakingly treated to remove oxidation, hand buffed to high luster and sealed with specially formulated lacquer inhibiting oxidation. Meticulous restoration should provide reliable operation for years and preserve immaculate aesthetics. Labor cost for movement / platform overhaul and case refinishing of comparable carriage clocks is $525. Please review descriptive information and study the photographs for details. I'm available to answer any questions or concerns. Doug Tomsky Member since 1971 National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors CONSCIENTIOUSLY PACKED & SHIPPED INSURED WORLDWIDE
Price: 395 USD
Location: Lombard, Illinois
End Time: 2024-08-27T15:29:57.000Z
Shipping Cost: 19 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Origin: France
Antique: Yes
Shape: rectangular
Autograph Format: rear plate of movement stamped w mfg's arrow logo
Signed By: carries hand set arrow of Couaillet
Power Source: key wound mainspring
Year Manufactured: 1927
Item Length: 2.1 inches (5.4 cm) deep
Vintage: Yes
Display Type: Analog
Item Height: 4.3 inches (11.0 cm) w handle upright
Frame Material: cast and machined solid brass
Style: French Deco period
Features: 8-day key wound/set movement 11-jewel lever platform escapement
Room: study, office, living room, bedroom
Finish: hand polished and clear lacquer sealed
Item Width: 2.3 inches (5.8 cm)
Engraved: No
Movement: Mechanical
Character: none
Signed: Yes
Color: brass
Material: brass, beveled glass, fired enamel dial, blued steel hands
Number Type: Arabic Numerals
Chime Sequence: none
Brand: Couaillet
Type: carriage style for desk, shelf, curio cabinet
Era: 1920s
Model: cubic
Original/Reproduction: Original
Time Period Manufactured: 1920s
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Item Weight: 19.1 ounces
