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French Industrial Steam Engine Clock
French Industrial Steam Engine Clock
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French Industrial Steam Engine Clock, for the Chinese market. A large central cylinder and piston with a vertical connecting rod powers the flywheel with a centrifugal governor assembly, the cylinder has two large fireboxes on either side mounted with boilers with all attendant pressure lines and tubing leading to the cylinder. Over the left fire box is 2.5 in. silvered time dial with brass bezel and beveled crystal, small round brass 8 day spring driven time only movement signed with Chinese characters (possible import markings), has a cylinder escapement and is running. There is also a barometer over the right firebox (with black incised English words and Chinese characters) and a thermometer behind the cylinder. The automation is driven by a separate spring motor housed in the base, powering the flywheel. Gilt and two tone patinated bronze throughout on a rouge marble base. In running condition, has a repair on the right rear corner of the marble base, no keys. 18 in. high x 14 in. wide x 7 in. deep. Weight: 40 lbs.
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French Industrial Steam Engine Clock

Estimate $15,000 - $25,000
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Starting Price $7,500
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