19th Century Compendium Clock

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17 years ago

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Description 19th century French / English striking table clock with multi-function thermometer and barometer. The body is cast of heavy statuary bronze in the form of an orate Medieval bell with high relief foliate detail. Around the base of the bell are the latin words "Dominus Vobisaum Et Aum Spiritu Tuo" (God Be With You and Your Spirit). The face of the clock has JE Caldwell - Philadelphia.

Category Clocks

Medium bronze

Distinguishing marks shaped like a church bell - JE Caldwell - Philadelphia face - latin words cast near base of bell are "Dominus Vobisaum Et Aum Spiritu Tuo" (God Be With You and Your Spirit"

Condition Good

Size and dimensions of this item 12" by 10"

Date Period mid 19th century

Weight approximately 15 lbs

History father-in-law bought it after WWII - was told it was a replica of french church bell - found a similar one on the web from West Sea Clocks.

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Price Paid (If known) gift over 30 years ago

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