French 19th Century Miniature Eiffel Tower Skeleton Clock
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
19th Century
This miniature skeleton clock is designed in the likeness of the Eiffel Tower, originating from France in the 19th century. The piece features a nicely engraved brass frame structure that serves as the main support for the timepiece.
It utilizes a single fusee movement and is equipped with a white chapter ring featuring black Roman numerals. The clock is presented under a protective glass dome, mounted upon a wooden base. The assembly includes a pendulum and a winding key for the movement. A stamped mark on the base reads "Ms. Honorables EXP. Paris, Londres." The clock stands at 6.5 inches high, with the total height including the dome and base measuring 9.75 inches.
The base width is 6 inches and the depth is 4 inches. This decorative timepiece reflects the period's interest in both fine horology and iconic structural design, combining intricate brass metalwork with traditional mechanical components.
Evidence at a glance
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- Catalogue references
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Physical characteristics
- Depth
- 4 inches
- Width
- 6 inches
- Materials
- brass, glass, wood
- Clock height
- 6.5 inches
- Total height
- 9.75 inches
Technical characteristics
- Features
- includes pendulum and key
- Movement
- single fusee
Design
- Dial
- white chapter ring with Roman numerals
- Frame
- engraved brass
- Markings
- Ms. Honorables EXP. Paris, Londres
Identification
- Source note
- Described from a single auction-house listing published on Invaluable (reproduced with Invaluable's permission). Details apply to that one example; other examples of the type may differ, and the listing is supplementary evidence, not authentication.
- Maker named in listing
- Ms. Honorables EXP
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.