A FRENCH CHARLES X ORMOLU AND PATINATED BRONZE PORTICO MANTEL CLOCK The movement stamped with initials G.P., Paris, circa 1830 The circular eight-day countwheel bell striking movement regulated by pendulum with ornamental bob cast with male mask within concentric scallop shell rosette beneath opposing swans, the backplate stamped with initials G P over number 302, the gilt Roman numeral dial with fine engine-turned 'watered' decoration and steel moon hands set within fine repeating rosette and leafy scroll cast bezel, the case with tablet upstand to the entablature with gilt acanthus ogee cornice and mount cast with cornucopias issuing ivy trails to lintel over dial and visible pendulum set between four reeded Corinthian columns with gilt caps and bases, the plinth base fronted with conforming cornucopia mount over lappet leaf cast ogee topped skirt and block feet. 46cm (18ins) high, 23cm (9ins) wide, 12cm (4.75ins) deep. Provenance: The Selwyn Demmy Collection. Condition Report: Movement complete and in working condition although a precautionary gentle clean/service is advised if intending to put the clock into long term service. The mechanism appears all original except the pendulum suspension has been converted from silk to spring (but still utilises the original backcock). The dial has some light surface scratching and some fairly minimal wear to the numerals otherwise is in very good original condition. Case retains original strong gilding and patina with minimal wear/discoloration. Clock has pendulum and a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer