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Description
18" (46 cm.) An ornate clock flanked by marble columns is resting upon a marble base with two inset Wedgewood medallions,and having contoured ends and elaborate cast brass fretwork surround. Below the clock face is a figural cherubic motif that reflects the medallion. At the crest is a Moorish guard bearing a flag,bordered by a railing of scroll-style filigreed cast brass. The enameled porcelain clock face and chapter ring bear dual-style numerals that indicate the given hour,the minute,the day of the month and the phase of the moon. Movement and Music. On the hour,the music is tripped into play and the sentry marches across the terrace,turning at each side before continuing his rounds. There are 12 bright melodies issuing from a fusee-driven movement with 9 original saucer bells and 12 hammers. The music is spirally pinned onto a 6" x 1_" diameter brass cylinder. The clock,having an unusual dual-train design with silk thread suspension,is wound from the front,and the carillon from the side. Courtin of Cambray,France,late 18th century. Also,a signature can be partially seen on the brass cylinder,possibly Borrell.