Victor Gellé in Paris - Cartel Clock and Wall Barometer, France, second half of the 19th century

76 x 40 cm

In gilded bronze and finely chased. Model topped by a vase, below the dial a garland centered by a feline head and lateral ram heads. Enamelled dial, Roman and Arabic numerals for the hours and division of the minute track in quarters, signed "Victor Gellé Paris". Mechanics with anchor escapement and striking at the hours and half-hours on passage.

Reference bibliography:
H. Ottomeyer, P. Pröschel, Vergoldete Bronzen, Munich, 1986, vol. I, p. 182, pl. 3.8.3.