Paris, late 19th-early 20th century, brass eight day suspension spring movement and pendulum, works verso stamped F. Gautier / A Paris / 2181 / 48, with Japy Freres medallion stamp, centered within a red marble and slate spherical diving helmet form case, with bronze Roman style figure surmounting, and stylized beast mask double handles over an octagonal stepped base, together with a conforming ebonized wood terrace, includes key.

25 3/8 x 11 1/2 x 11 1/2 in.

From a Private Collection, Washington, D.C.

Hour chapters and base feet with areas of adhesive visible from remounting; some looseness to Roman style figure; moving the hands clockwise activated the bell chime; some scratches to wood base. Please see Terms and Conditions of Sale: Clocks and Watches.