French, Lighthouse Clock with helical Torsion Pendulum, in a rectangular case simulating stone construction silvered center stones and brass-gilt corner stones. The square movement is signed with Guilmet trademark, serial No. 1023. The briskly rotating pendulum, suspended from the center of the dome, is surmounted by clear and colored prisms that simulate the motion of a lighthouse beacon. c.1885 — Antique Clocks Price Guide

Name: French, Lighthouse Clock with helical Torsion Pendulum, in a rectangular case simulating stone construction silvered center stones and brass-gilt corner stones. The square movement is signed with Guilmet trademark, serial No. 1023. The briskly rotating pendulum, suspended from the center of the dome, is surmounted by clear and colored prisms that simulate the motion of a lighthouse beacon. c.1885
Brand: Guilmet
Price: 6000 USD
Availability: Discontinued

Shelf or Mantel Architectural Guilmet France auction

Price Record

Sale date October 30, 2010

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Maker Guilmet
Type Shelf or Mantel Architectural
Country France
Price type auction
Date October 30, 2010
Source R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts

Description

the marble base has been drilled and 4 stanchions added at the corners to accommodate chain around the base of the lighthouse. Movement is complete and sound, striking on a gong. The trapezoidal rear dust cover is a well made replacement. Height 23.5 inches

Record courtesy of R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts