An excellent example of a late 19th century French Gilt Metal Figural Clock manufactured by one of the well known Paris clockmakers, Japy Frères.  This is a
very ornate clock featuring a figure of a gentleman & his hunting dog in exquisite detail.  The gilded clock case is in excellent condition and the
enameled 3 1/4" dial featuring Roman numerals has neither visible cracks nor fissures.  The Japy Frères movement is in good working order and strikes
its bell perfectly.   This clock is just an absolutely elegant and timeless piece of art that is breathtaking when on display.
  
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CLASSIC BLACK SLATE FRENCH MANTEL CLOCK
 by Japy Frères of Paris
CIRCA: 1890
Approx. Dimensions : 10"H  x  8 1/2 "W  x  5 1/2"D
Condition: : Excellent
Code :  ANT03
Offered at:  $475 USD

A very nice example of an original Japy Frères mantle clock in excellent condition.  The slate case with brass trim is in excellent condition save for a small chip in the bottom right-hand corner and the bottom right slate piece has been almost unnoticeably repaired sometime over the years.  The beveled glass crystal with its cast bronze bezel will snap shut very snugly and may require a small flathead screwdriver to reopen, however, it will stay closed without snapping shut  The 4 1/2" porcelain dial is in excellent condition and has no visible cracks or hairline fissures.  
The quality Japy Frères movement works perfectly, chimes a silver bell on the hour and on the half and is oiled for a long life.  A brass cylinder-style pendulum and vintage key are both included.

Please Note:  Owing to the generally delicate nature of all clocks with a mechanical movement, slight adjustments after moving or shipping will be required no matter how carefully handled enroute.  These minor adjustments can usually be performed by the  new owner without any assistance from a professional.  We cannot guarantee working condition upon arrival despite our best packaging efforts.  However, if we state a clock is in good working condition and it arrives at its new destination requiring repairs beyond minor adjustments, it is likely the clock may have been
damaged by the carrier while enroute.  Although damage is a rare occurrence, as a precaution we always ship with full insurance coverage in effect.  However,
any damage claims against the carrier must be filed and followed up by the new owner with our assistance if required.



ENGLISH UPRIGHT PARLOR PIANO
by Collard & Collard of London
CIRCA:  1871
Dimensions:  51"H  x  55"W  x  27"D 
Condition:  Good (Case) / Fair (Mechanism)
Code:  ANT04
Offered at: $CALL$

This beautiful parlour piano was manufactured by Collard & Collard in 1870 and originally sold new by A.E. Woodward of 77 High Street, Cheltenham, England
in 1871.  By the markings on the ear  of the case, it appears that the instrument was shipped to Australia in that same year.  The case is manufactured  in a rich dark
walnut accented by a lighter shade of walnut  and features a very popular English Victorian design of the time.  The removable upper case board in front of the
strings is somewhat warped and its veneer is in need of some repair.  There are two small pieces of wood missing on each of the legs' upper turnings but neither is
 readily visible as the missing pieces are located at the rear of the turnings.  There are also three keys that are partially missing their ivory.  Other than the deficiencies
 we have noted, the case itself is in beautiful condition for its age.  Piano tuner's date marks appear on the soundboard with regularity and range from the late 19th century through the first third of the 20th century.  While it appears that all internal parts and mechanical workings are intact and the soundboard does not appear to have
sustained any damage, kindly be advised we are not musical instrument nor piano specialists. Accordingly we are offering this piece strictly
for its' decorative, and/or restoration value. 


  






  



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