Farcot French Swinger Mantle Clock

Farcot French Swinger Mantle Clock

Estimate:
[restrict paid=ture]$500 – $750[/restrict]
Auctioneer:
[restrict paid=ture]Fontaine's Auction Gallery[/restrict]
Sold Price:
[restrict paid=ture]$550[/restrict]
Sold Date:
[restrict paid=ture]8:00 AM – Mar 07, 2020[/restrict]

Farcot mantle clock has a porcelain dial with black Roman hour numerals and an open center to view the partial clock movement. Brass 8 day spring driven movement has a Farcot patent swinger escapement with double escape wheel; movement is signed, “Farcot Bte S.G.D.G A Paris.” Gilt metal case has a porcelain insert in the cartouche shield, scrolling supports legs, and cherub figures on the sides and top with a seated woman in the center swinging front to back acting as the pendulum. In good overall condition with cracking to the dial, movement runs. Dimensions: 15.5 in. high x 15 in. wide x 6 in. deep. Weight: 11.35 lbs.