Antique E. FARCOT French Swinger Alabaster Garniture Ornate Mantel

Here is an antique French “Woman On A Swing” mantel clock by Eugene Farcot , having 8 day time and strike visible movement with porcelain chapter ring and Roman numerals , with the famous Farcot patent swinger escapement using double escape wheel , with cast pendulum in the form of seated figure , the movement signed, “Farcot Brevette Paris”with eagle trademark and serial/production number 41747. This unusual arrangement allows for the pendulum action to swing forward and backward instead of side to side.
The carved alabaster case , surmounted by hand painted finial, is held on scrolled supports with gilt metal ornaments , on stepped alabaster platform with gilt metal feet. With matching three branch candelabra. The movement has half hour and hour strike on nickeled brass bell. A handsome ensemble for a sophisticated interior . Sold as is and as found, with age associated wear, dust accretions, soiling. Movement is running when photographed but not tested for accuracy.
Please note: The wooden base is not included in this sale. Please see photos for condition. Packed carefully in two parcels and shipped fast to confirmed payment address in LOWER 48 USA and Pricetronic International Shipping Center, ONLY, please.  Local pickup welcome.
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