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Show 3 more like this, A Louis XV style ormolu mantle clock, 19th century, with maker's mark for Japy Freres, the waisted clock housing a floral painted enamel dial with Arabic numerals, a scrolling acanthus leaf finial, and rocaille shell, lattice and leafy forms, throughout Now the only Adamson ever recorded as making clocks in Thirsk is John Adamson, but he worked there in 1773 and I don't believe this clock is really as old as that, though I could be wrong. In this section, you will learn the identification process: document with photos, find the manufacturers name or trademarks through the dial, the case, the pendulum, the key, and how to put a date on it? I acquired most of the books mentioned in the Bibliography on eBay or Amazon, which often act as intermediaries for specialists in used books. Eventually, brass dials gradually fell out of favour in the provinces when the 'new' painted dials started to appear from 1772 so some clocks were undoubtedly 'updated' again by their fashion-concious owners. Dont rely on the key to identify precisely a clock brand or even a date because many replacement keys are in circulation. Show 6 more like this, Japy Freres late 19th century French gilt clock by Phillipe Mourey having hand painted floral porcelain panels, one with a maiden, another painted with a cherub, an enamel face dial, two applied figures of doves on a stepped base flanked by two angels

At Furnel, Inc. we understand that your projects deserve significant time and dedication to meet our highest standard of quality and commitment. This dial is typical of the period from around 1800 until 1830 - any earlier and it would have had 'five minute' numbering instead of 'fifteen minute' - any later and there would have been no minute numbering at all. This professionalism is the result of corporate leadership, teamwork, open communications, customer/supplier partnership, and state-of-the-art manufacturing. Show 9 more like this, French porcelain cased mantle clock, hand painted and applied floral decoration, putti figure to pediment, movement marked for Japy Freres et Cie, key and pendulum available. Show 6 more like this, Antique French 'Japy Freres' figural mantel clock, with 8 day striking movement (bell), enamel dial and decorative panels, in ormolu case on a wooden base, together with key and pendulum, h42 cm approx At Furnel, Inc. our goal is to find new ways to support our customers with innovative design concepts thus reducing costs and increasing product quality and reliability. Show 4 more like this, Japy Freres gilt metal figural mantle clock modelled as a girl giving her dog a treat, with a key & pendulum.

Therefore, a tighter one must replace it. Ltd. 2022 John Furphy Pty. For French and German clocks, you'll generally have to look inside the back of the clock and make notes on anything you see there such as a number, a name, a place or country, or just a logo. No other copying or use is permitted without written agreement from the author.

Later 19th century, with movement by Japy Freres Show 7 more like this, A French figural mantle clock in the Louis XV style, later 19th century, with maker's marks for Japy Freres Signed to base of clock Conversely, the second picture shows a 12in dial from a similar fuse clock signed by J Adamson of Thirsk. Alteration of the case by changing the color, replacing, or adding decorative elements is also common. 21 Engel Injection Molding Machines (28 to 300 Ton Capacity), 9 new Rotary Engel Presses (85 Ton Capacity), Rotary and Horizontal Molding, Precision Insert Molding, Full Part Automation, Electric Testing, Hipot Testing, Welding.

You can reduce the number of items displayed by entering a keyword that must be included in the description of the item. In all cases, it is essential to preserve these labels and stickers. Show 5 more like this, French Japy Freres black slate striking mantle clock with brocot visible escapement, circa 1880, chip to top back left corner But it provides a reasonably reliable clue, and one can put an approximate date on the clock. Show 1 more like this, Antique French Japy Freres ormolu mantle clock with handpainted courting and cherub inset decoration, untested key and pendulum unavailable, height 46.5 cm, Good vintage slate architectural mantle clock movement marked for Japy Freres, France, key and pendulum available, height 34 cm Still, these catalogs, mostly yearly catalogs, do not represent the entire production of a manufacturer. But beware, with the key, the pendulum is the element of an old clock that the owners often lost. Websites like this one can be handy sources of information. Show 5 more like this, Japy Freres black slate mantle clock with a floral painted enamel face dial & an applied gilded bronze figure group of a mother reading to the child, with a pendulum.

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It could be a small sticker or a printed stamp on the outside of the case, sometimes on the back or underneath. An ormolu figural mantle clock in the Louis XVI style, 19th century, with maker's mark for Japy Freres, a richly ornamented eight day movement clock, featuring an enamel Arabic dial set within a case surmounted by a gentleman farmer with his horse, A French gilt and porcelain mantle clock, a pair of Sidepieces, 19th century, with maker's mark to mechanism for Japy Freres, the Louis XVI revival clock featuring seated allegorical female figure, French 30 hour mignonette carriage clock by Japy Freres, in leather carrying case, ticks but needs service, 10 cm high, 5.5 cm wide, 4 cm deep, Early French striking 8 day carriage clock in one piece engraved case, original platform, by Japy Freres, retailed by John hall & Co. Manchester, needs service, no key, 17.5 cm high, handle up, 9.5 cm wide, 8.5 cm deep, A French brass four glass two train mantel clock, with gong striking movement by Japy Freres, enamel dial with some faults, visible Brocot escapement, mercury compensated pendulum, A late 19th century French gilt brass and porcelain mantle clock the porcelain panels hand painted with a forest scene depicting wolf and sheep. If you disable this cookie, we will not be able to save your preferences. The following flowchart guides you through the exam of what is more apparent in a clock, the dial, to see if there is any manufacturer name on it. Add 'tags' (like 'clock repair, horologica'). An old clock may have, during its life, been transformed. No name on the case; look at the movement.

There are many sources to help you identify your clocks. Height 35 cm. And dials can be dated by the style of the chapter ring, the spandrels, engravings, even screw heads. Handwritings, often initials and dates, are the work of the clockmakers who maintained or repaired the clock. The purpose is to sell the clocks at a low price in large stores. Therefore it is essential to take pictures of it from all angles, of the cases writing marks and labels, large or small, and its movement. If youre unable to find a model name, you must accept that several manufacturers did not bother to give model names to their clocks. Show 7 more like this, A Louis XVI style ormolu mantle clock, 19th century, with maker's mark for Japy Freres, richly cast and chased with Art Nouveau influences, having an enamel dial with Roman numerals set within a demi-lune base adorned with ferns Show 3 more like this, A brass and glass mantel clock, late 19th to early 20th century, with stamp of Japy Freres to mechanism, the carriage style mantel clock glazed to all sides, with a festoon decorated enamel dial with Arabic numerals set within a finely engine turned bezel Show 3 more like this, A walnut and ormolu portico clock, 19th century, with maker's mark for Japy Freres, of typical form with an inlaid pediment You can restrict the number of items to those sold in recent years. If youre lucky, you will find a name or a trademark. Enlarge any name, acronym, trademark, on the dial, on the clock itself or inside, or on the movement. Your last chance at identifying the clock manufacturer is to look at the pendulum and key. Show 2 more like this, An unusual three-piece clock garniture, the clock of architectural form with porcelain panels to the front and sides decorated with cherubs and flowers on a powder blue ground, the painted circular dial with Arabic numerals Show 5 more like this, A Napoleon III black marble mantle clock garniture, 19th century, with maker's mark for Japy Freres et Cie

Furnel, Inc. has been successfully implementing this policy through honesty, integrity, and continuous improvement. You need to consult trademarks lists (see below) to search for the manufacturers name for a graphic trademark. For longcase clocks, if you let me have the name and place on the dial, I will undertake some research to help identify when it was made. This one is also in French. Show 3 more like this, A large bronze and marble Empire style figural clock, early 19th century, with stamp of Japy Freres, depicting a classical fairy placing a laurel crown upon the head of a male angel You can leave a review without registering and make it annonymous if you wish by just giving your initials where it asks for your name. Show 4 more like this, A black slate mantle clock with gong, 19th century, with maker's mark for Japy Freres Show 1 more like this, A transitional style ormolu mantle clock, 19th century, with maker's mark for Japy Freres, impressed mark of P.H When you've finished, just close the new tab that opened and you will be back here again. (key and pendulum). Do not mistake advertising this Ansonia clock as having been manufactured in 1892. It could be your next chance to discover the manufacturer name of your clock. Use the macro function of the camera or phone for small details. Show 2 more like this, Large impressive French figural mantle clock, porcelain panels to the body, with an older Japy Freres movement Show 6 more like this, An ormolu cartel clock in the Louis XV style, 19th century, with maker's mark for Japy Freres, Lavishly cast and pierced with rocaille forms, and having an enamel dial with blue Roman numerals, minute markings and pierced hands; with key and pendulum Original content here is published under these license terms: You may read the original content in the context in which it is published (at this web address). Show 5 more like this, Art Nouveau French Japy Freres mantle clock, with eight day striking movement, in marquetry and brass inlay case,together with key and pendulum But you cannot rely on this alone for all sorts or reasons. Show 6 more like this, Japy Freres black slate mantle clock having marble inserts, an enamel face dial with gilt edging, with a key & pendulum. Select which years: Large Egyptian style marble cased mantel clock 8 day movement by Japy Freres, France, marble decorated exterior with bronze Sphinxes and winged cobra, and bronze feet, striking hour and half hour, appears to be operational, key and pendulum available, A Louis XV style boulle mantle clock with Japy Feres movement, height 33 cm, untested, A French three piece portico clock garniture set. Key and pendulum available, A French white alabaster and ormolu striking mystery clock, last quarter 19th century, the eight-day twin barrel movement striking on a bell by Japy with Brevete stamp. Lets look at several types of pendulums. Show 4 more like this, Japy Freres marble 3 piece clock garniture circa 1900, with 8 day striking movement bell, in two colour marble, 44.5 cm high, key and a pendulum is included You were lucky to find the name of the manufacturer. It'll take two minutes and I'd be very grateful. Show 5 more like this, Japy Freres, 19th century French mantel clock

Websites and books are the most common. Also, metal parts, especially the bezel, the rim of the dial, or even the doors hinges, may have engraved inscriptions. Show 2 more like this, Japy Freres alabaster mantle clock having a gilt metal face flanked by two pairs of columns with a raised cherubic frieze. Ansonia used that movement for several years after obtaining the patent, and this, in several models. Identifying the model may be more challenging if you can identify the brand. Show 7 more like this. Some manufacturers had clocks with a typical pendulum, characteristic of their brand or bearing the trademarks image. Some trademarks are straightforward to identify but could be tricky for others. Take a look at my page on FAKE DIAL CLOCKS and my concern about the abundance of suspicious clocks with the hinge on the left instead of the right, where the bezel is fitted with bevelled glass (almost unheard of for the period) and where the same number (6472) is stamped on the brass backplate. To give you examples of the most common trademarks, you will find next a gallery of several trademarks from several countries: We are using cookies to give you the best experience on our website. The key serves only to confirm other clues.Finally, it is essential to know that a loose key on the winding pivots may not be original. Here are a few examples of keys. It is, therefore, necessary to be patient. Once you have bought an old clock, you need to identify it. Show 7 more like this, An antique domed gilt and porcelain French clock, late 19th century, movement by Japy Freres et Cie, rear of case marked Brunfaut, the bell striking drum head clock having a porcelain dial with Roman numerals centred with a garland, A fine Louis XV style ormolou clock, 19th century, with maker's mark of Japy Freres; the dial by Rodier Paris, the mantel clock richly cast and pierced in the rocaille manner with scroll More information about our Privacy Policy. These are often Patent numbers and dates, manufacturing places, etc. Therefore, it is necessary to often fall back on public libraries to borrow or buy used books from online sellers or bookshops. Search for a name, a trademark, or a dated patent number.

So if you can't control the focus manually take several pictures, each one a little further away than the previous one and then when you've looked through them, send me the best of the bunch. If you can commit to that, send me a nice big cheque instead along with a description and include a note of the words and symbols that you see on your clock dial and on the movement inside. The best guarantee that one gets from the authenticity of the brand is when you can cross several sources of data: the same mark on the dial, the case (label) or the movement (engravings), verification of the originality of the pendulum, and key, search for a clock similar or closer, in old catalogs, reference books, and specialized websites. Condition, good, some minor wear, working, hands are tight. Carter's Price Guide to Antiques in Australasia is Registered Trademark of John Furphy Pty. Enter a suitable title in 'Subject' line (like 'Very fast'). This means that every time you visit this website you will need to enable or disable cookies again. Show 3 more like this, A French figural ormolu clock with a Sevres-style plaque, 19th century, with maker's mark for Japy Freres, the drum head clock with an enamel dial Therefore, your clock is probably unbranded if the case and the movement have no name or trademark.

Sometimes, previous owners have replaced the pendulum or the bob. Height 44 cm So it would be hazardous to brand the clock after the name or logo on the key. Show 5 more like this, An architectural ormolu Louis XVI style mantle clock, 19th century, with maker's mark for Japy Freres, key and pendulum, having an enamel dial with blue Roman numerals and minute markings set within a temple body flanked by fluted columns Then click on the number of stars you want to award me and just leave a couple of words by way of explanation in the box marked 'Review text'. There are many books on old clocks, but few very recent works. Show 11 more like this, Late 19th century Japy Fres bronze mantle clock, with circular white enamel dial, with cobalt Roman numerals, set within a gilt scrolling case, accented with figure carrying a lamb around his neck, pendulum and key, height 48 cm Most of the time, if any, you will find the models name on a sticker or a label glued to the case or in the manufacturer catalog. Show 1 more like this, Antique French boulle mantle clock, Paris maker, Japy Freres movement, (has key and pendulum) approx 45 cm high, 18 cm wide, 10 cm deep Longcase dials tend to be more reliable. Show 3 more like this, Japy Feres & Co. 1855 French slate mantle clock with bell strike Still, nothing is better than a bible like Clock and Watch Trademark Index of European Origin for European clocks or the United States Horological Trademark Index for American clocks. But please, no phone calls for this service - it's only a hobby and I have a proper day job to attend to in order to earn a living! Drum movement striking on a gong. Show 6 more like this, A French Gilted mantel clock, the enamel dial flanked by the Labour allegory, two train movement, the mechanism marked 'Japy Freres and Cie, Medaille d'Honneur', the clock on a composite base, under wood. Show 1 more like this, A fine Louis XV style ormolu mantle clock, 19th century, with maker's mark for Japy Freres, key and pendulum, a waisted clock upon an integral shaped base, cast and pierced in the rocaille manner with a profusion of flowers, trophies