19th Century Compendium Clock

By 2muchstuff, 6 December, 2008
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.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
gift over 30 years ago
For Sale?
No
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