French, very large swing clock, Patinated spelter tree limbs entwined at the top to form the support for the swinging clock. A romantic couple are seated in a swing, appearing to suspend by rope, The original marble base with a brass title plaque: "Idylle Printaniere, par Geo Maxim", the couple swinging from side to side without apparent impulse, c1890 — Antique Clocks Price Guide

Name: French, very large swing clock, Patinated spelter tree limbs entwined at the top to form the support for the swinging clock. A romantic couple are seated in a swing, appearing to suspend by rope, The original marble base with a brass title plaque: "Idylle Printaniere, par Geo Maxim", the couple swinging from side to side without apparent impulse, c1890
Brand: Unsigned
Availability: Discontinued

Shelf or Mantel Figural Animated Unsigned France auction

Price Record

Sale date October 29, 2011

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Maker Unsigned
Type Shelf or Mantel Figural Animated
Country France
Price type auction
Date October 29, 2011
Source R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts

Description

this clock came from a collector in NY who had the ball professionally restored a royal blue color. The balance of the clock is in excellent original condition, and the movement clean and in running order; spelter parts with nice patina. Ht 33"

Record courtesy of R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts