Belgian Black Slate Mantel Clock

Description:

Belgian Black Slate Mantel Clock, retailed by Bigelow, Kennard & Co., France, c. 1880, case front in the style of a Baroque church with brass bas relief panels of scenes from life in the arch and below the dial, black 5 1/2-in. dial with incised and gilt Roman numerals marked Bigelow, Kennard & Co., Boston, eight-day time and strike movement regulated by a pendulum, ht. 17 in.
Estimate $700-900

Clock in need of cleaning and lubrication and is not currently ticking or striking.


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