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Click here to subscribeA VERY RARE ORMOLU MYSTERY CLOCK CIRCA 1840, BY JEAN EUGENE ROBERT HOUDIN OF PARIS D: Transparent glass dial with Roman numerals & inner chapter ring, single gilt "arrow" hand. M: French key wind twin barrel 8 day striking movement with chaff cutter escapement, signed Vincenti & Comp on the back plate, numbered. C: Gilt ormolu chased & decorative wasted case with opposing griffins guarding the column which supports the dial surround, signed Houdin, height measures approx. 35cm, dial surround diameter approx. 12.7cm. CONDITION REPORTD: Original dial in excellent condition. M: Working at present. C: In excellent condition with some discolouration. D: Dial / M: Movement / C: Case / S: Strap / B: Bracelet
BOX 149 - ITALIAN RED WINEAnticaia Negroamaro 2015San Vincenti di Roberto Pucci E Franceso Muzzi Chianti Classico DOCG 2013Vigna Morlongo Bardolino DOC Classico 2014Villabella Amarone della Valpolicella DOC Classico 2009DARC "Donna Bruna" Vino Rosso NVInkiostro Merlot IGT Colli Aprutini 2012Talo' Malvasia Nera Salento Igp 2014Costa di RoseMOMA Red 2014Masseria Pietrosa Primitivo Salento IGP 2014Moro Rosso Rosso IGT 2012Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato docg L'Accento 2014
Good French ormolu two train large mantel clock, the Vincenti movement striking on a gong, the 10" foliate embossed chapter ring with Roman cartouche enamel numerals, enclosing a centre embossed with the bust of an angel and dolphin pedestals amidst scrolling foliage, within an ornate case cast and applied with foliage, surmounted by an oil lamp with mythical beast handle over a domed top and pierced diapered panels, 28" high
Good French bronze and ormolu two train mantel clock, the Vincenti movement with outside countwheel and striking on a bell, the 3" gilt chapter ring enclosing an engine turned centre over a seated angel figure, the case with applied foliate mounts and cast foliate friezes, surmounted by a pierced flat urn, 21" high
Large French four glass two train mantel clock, the Vincenti movement stamped A & N Paris and striking on a gong, the 3.75" cream chapter ring enclosing a recessed centre over a sunburst pendulum, within an ornate flared glazed stepped case, with continuous banded foliate decoration and applied foliate mounts, surmounted by a stepped cornice and flat classical urn, 17.75" high
A late 19th Century French "Four Glass" mantel clock by Vincenti & Cie, No. 62069, retailed by J.W Benson Ltd, the 3.5ins diameter cream enamel chapter ring with Roman numerals and with visible escapement, to the eight day two train movement with mercury compensated pendulum and striking on a gong, contained in lacquered brass and bevelled glass rectangular case with moulded edge to top and moulded rounded corners, 14ins high
A late 19th Century French mantel clock by Vincenti, No.35918, the 6ins diameter domed silvered dial with Roman numerals, to the eight day two train movement striking on a gong, contained in mahogany and brass inlaid case, lancet pattern case of "Georgian" design, front inlaid with brass paterae, leaf ornament and chequered stringings, fluted lower frieze and on brass ball feet, 15.25ins high
Vincenti et Cie, Paris, a three-piece clock garniture: the eight-day duration movement striking the hours and half-hours on a bell with an outside countwheel, the backplate stamped with the trademark of the maker Vincenti et Cie of Paris, the round cream enamel dial with black Arabic Roman numerals with coloured floral swags between, a gilt filigree mount to the centre and blued steel fleur-de-lys hands, the gilt-metal case with floral, bird and rococo decoration and mounts, with tapered pink porcelain pillars to either side decorated with rural country scenes, a pink porcelain plaque set within the front and painted with a rural scene depicting seated lovers, and with a matching pink porcelain urn to the top of the case, with a pair of gilt-metal and porcelain matching vase shaped side pieces, height 42 cm (clock) 37 cm side pieces. Complete with glass domes. * Biography; Vincenti set up his factory producing roulant blancs in Montbeliard in 1823 but went bankrupt a year later, whereupon the clock manufacturer Roux took on the management. They were awarded a Medaille d'Argent (silver medal) for their movements at the Paris Exhibition of 1855, Vincenti himself having died in 1834.
Vincenti et Cie, Paris, a three-piece clock garniture: the eight-day duration movement striking the hours and half-hours on a bell, the backplate stamped with trademark for the maker Vincenti et Cie of Paris, the round white enamel dial having black Arabic hour numerals, red Arabic five-minute outer numerals, pierced and engraved brass hands, the white marble case having curved ends to the base applied gilt-metal floral mounts and with the figure of a classical female reclining against the side of the case and playing with two winged cherubs, complete with two matching three light candelabra side pieces depicting putti holding aloft the gilt-metal floral sconces, height 21 cm (clock) 35.5 cm (side pieces).* Biography; For details of Vincenti see lot no. 1009
An inlaid slate cased mantel clock, late 19th century, white enamel Roman dial, marked 'Dufet A' Nantes', eight day bell strike movement signed for Vincenti, 1855, within a waisted form central body, with slate and Eretria marble top with bronze covered urn surmount, decorated with rose florettes and thorned stem handles, on wider base bearing Eretria marble inlay, 13in. (33cm.) high, 8¼in. (21cm.) wide.
French tortoiseshell and ormolu mounted two train bracket clock, the Vincenti movement striking on a bell in the arch, the 8" circular engraved dial with Roman cartouche enamel numerals over a pierced foliate embellishment, within a rounded arched case surmounted by a caddy top with four flaming brass finials, 23.5" high
French Vernis Martin style painted two train balloon mantel clock, the Vincenti movement striking on a gong, the 5" cream dial within a decorative case painted with a courting couple in a rural landscape and sprays of flowers, with gilt metal mounts and surmounted by an ornate finial, 18" high (pendulum and key)
French brass and porcelain mounted two train mantel clock, the Vincenti movement striking on a gong, the rectangular porcelain dial plate painted with a River Nile scene with pyramids in the distance, within a pillared stepped case surmounted by a wavy triangular cornice, 11" high (pendulum)
*Clock. A French brass mantel clock, c.1850, the brass case with circular white enamel dial, black Arabic numerals within classical columns and copper fret cut panels, on a block plinth, the brass movement with pendulum and key, 36cm high x 25cm wide Believed to be by the French clockmaker Vincenti and recently overhauled. (1)
An important pair of Italian maiolica vases, dated 1724 and inscribed, Naples - H.: 55 cm One inscribed with a text in Latin and dated MDCCXXIV or 1724. The Latin text describes how Vincent of Saint Thomas, a pharmacist in the Matris Dei convent and a follower of the Discalced Carmelites, made this pair of vases. It further describes how one Schisano Carolus, Michael of Pompeus and Laurentius of Sallendri were also involved with the making of these vases. The text reads: Ad clarissimum F.. Vincentium a Sto Thoma Pharmacopolum ingeniosum in conv.tu Matris Dei Neapolis, P.Pm Carmelitarum Discalceatorum Encomium Horum qu.. cernis, Vincentius extitit author Fecit et ornavit: res memoranda satis. Quid tibi, Vincenti, servare silentia prodest? Si tu non loqueris, fama silere nequit. P.F. Marcellus a Sto Antonio Ita dixit, ita testatur Ostendum cunctis fictilia vasa thesaurum Tu male ne perdas fictilis artis opus Hi sunt artifices quos secula nostra dederunt Nomina ne pereas tempore scripta tene. Institit inventor Schisano Carolus hujus Quam cernis formae mirifique modi Et Michael de Pompeo Aprutj ortus in oris Finxit, vir pollens ingenio arte manu Et de Sallendri Laurentius ortus in Urbe Pinxit, sic mixtus ludit in orbe color. At tibi summa datur Vincenti gloria quando Cuncta tuis renitent sumtibus arte ma.u Aeternum vivas Carmeli o inclyte fili Nomen et haud ..las obruat ulla tuum. MDCCXXIV - Condition reports and high resolution pictures are available on our website at www.rm-auctions.com. Further questions are always welcome at info@rm-auctions.com. Sign up for our newsletter on our website and stay informed about all our auctions!"
A FRENCH MAHOGANY AND ORMOLU FOUR GLASS MANTEL CLOCK, late 19th century, the Vincenti twin barrelled drum movement striking on a bell, gilded sunburst pendulum, 5" enamel dial with floral swags signed "Charles Grattendieck Bruxelles", the oblong case with beaded edging, spindle gallery surmount with foliate finials, canted corners with caryatids, on moulded base, 9" x 17 1/2" (Illustrated)
A 19th century French boulle work bracket clock with gilt bronze mounts. Having caddie top, with gilt chapter ring with Roman numeral markers and surmounted with a Classical figure of Atlas. Housing an eight day movement stamped Vincenti & Cie, striking half hourly on a bell, 64cm high. Condition Report. To be used as a guide only. Case in tired condition with some losses. Works running but require servicing. Sold with a key.
*Clock. A French brass mantel clock, c.1850, the brass case with circular white enamel dial, black Arabic numerals within classical columns and copper fret cut panels, on a block plinth, the brass movement with pendulum and key, 36cm high x 25cm wide Believed to be by the French clockmaker Vincenti and recently overhauled. (1)
A 19th century ormolu and painted porcelain mantel clock, the decorated cast shaped case with fruiting urn crest above arched panel painted en grisaille with two amorini holding an urn, the rectangular 11.5cm dial below painted in the same style having Roman numerals and moon hands, Vincenti drum bell striking movement, a further painted panel to both sides, all on an elaborate base with oval panel to the centre, with velvet lined ebonised stand, 48cm high including stand 44 x 28cm (17 x 11in)
MANTEL CLOCK. A 19th century French gilt metal figural mantel clock on slate & marble base, the movement stamped 'Medaille D'Argent Vincenti & Cie, 1855.' The movement further numbered 1654 & striking on a bell. No pendulum or key. Height 39cm. PLEASE NOTE: Our in-house, postal shipping service is NOT available for this lot, or as part of any multiple lot purchases due to size, weight or fragility. Alternative, recommended carrier services are available.
An inlaid slate cased mantel clock, late 19th century, white enamel Roman dial, marked 'Dufet A' Nantes', eight day bell strike movement signed for Vincenti, 1855, within a waisted form central body, with slate and Eretria marble top with bronze covered urn surmount, decorated with rose florettes and thorned stem handles, on wider base bearing Eretria marble inlay, 13in. (33cm.) high, 8¼in. (21cm.) wide.
Italian Wine: Pinot Grigio DOC Alto Adige 2012 San Vincenti di Roberto Pucci e Francesco Muzzi Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione 2011 Villa Corniole Pinot Grigio Ramato Petramontis Trentino DOC 2013 Pinot Grigio DOC Alto Adige 2012 E Ner Colli di Rimini DOC Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 Nicosia Etna DOC Bianco 2014 Pinot Grigio DOC Trentino Vigna L'Omeri 2012 Tenute Eméra Sud del Sud 2012 La Sogara - Corvina Garda Doc 2014 Trabocchetto IGP Colline Pescaresi 2014 Tre Saggi Montepulciano D'Abruzzo DOC 2013 Santa Tresa Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico DOCG Bio 2013
Italian Wine: IGT Isola dei Nuraghi Rosso Parolto 2011 San Vincenti di Roberto Pucci e Francesco Muzzi Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione 2011 Villa Corniole Pinot Grigio Ramato Petramontis Trentino DOC 2013 Pinot Grigio DOC Alto Adige 2012 Endrizzi Masetto Bianco IGT 2013 Endrizzi Masetto Bianco IGT 2013 Endrizzi Masetto Due IGT 2013 E Ner Colli di Rimini DOC Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 Ottagono Nero di Troia Castel del Monte DOCG Riserva 2012 La Sogara - Corvina Garda Doc 2014 Santa Tresa Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico DOCG Bio 2013 Pinot Grigio DOC Trentino Vigna L'Omeri 2012
A late 19th Century French gilt spelter cased mantel clock by Vincenti & Cie, the 3.125ins diameter white enamelled dial with Roman numerals to the eight day two train movement (lacking bell), contained in gilt spelter case surmounted by a soldier in 17th Century dress on horseback, with bold trophies and leaf scroll ornament, 16ins high
A French gilt brass and champleve enamelled mantel clock The movement by... A French gilt brass and champleve enamelled mantel clock The movement by Vincenti and Cie, circa 1880 The circular two train gong striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by lenticular bob pendulum with Brocot rate adjustment, the backplate with VINCENTI & CIE MEDAILLE D'ARGENT 1855 roundel over serial number 4 4 to lower margin, the circular dial with blue and cream stylised floral scroll enamelled centre within cast Roman cartouche numeral chapter ring and convex bevel glazed hinged brass bezel, the case with cobalt blue trellis enamelled ogee-shaped cupola surmounted by five leafy finials over cavetto cornice, the front with conforming blue and cream stylised scroll infill flanked by Ionic pilasters with red ground Renaissance style strapwork decorated shafts, the sides with symmetrical panel infill matching the front, the rear with glazed movement access hatch, on complex moulded base with bun feet, 28.5cm (11.25ins) high.
A 19th century gilt metal and champleve enamel decorated mantle clock, with a vase finial and dome , the four corners mounted with vases, the body of the clock with enamel decoration of leaves in blues and reds, the stepped gilt base on flattened bun feet, the gilt dial with Roman numerals, the movement stamped Vincenti & Cie Medaille d'argent 1855, striking on a gong, 33cm high CONDITION REPORT: Numerals are rubbed, some enamel lost to the front, near to the No.XIII, some gilding rubbing, spotting to the back of the clock, also marked Paris Make in an oval on the back plate, and the numbers 3 and 9,
French ormolu two train mantel clock garniture, the Vincenti movement striking on a gong, the 3.75" concave dial signed Sewill, Liverpool & Paris on the bezel, within an architectural pillared case surmounted by a triangular pediment, upon a giltwood stepped stand, 17" high overall; also with a pair of Classical urn side pieces upon giltwood stands, 14" high overall, all under glass domes and upon turned ebonised bases (pendulum)
Fine quality 19th century Continental mantel clock with French eight day movement striking on a gong, bearing stamp - Vincenti & Cie 1855 Medaille d'argent, decorative gilt metal dial with separate white enamel Arabic numerals, in a heavy gilt metal case of stylised lantern form, with dolphin and coronet front panel and glass side panels and four turned finials surmounted by a white metal pseudo bell, with gilt metal straps and central carrying handle, standing on four leaf and scroll paw feet (key and pendulum present), 39.5cm overall height
A late 19th Century French white marble cased mantel clock by Vincenti & Ci, and retailed by Bolvillee of Paris, No. 265, the 4.75ins diameter enamelled chapter ring with Roman numerals to the eight day two train movement with visible escapement striking on a bell, contained in white marble rectangular case with incurved columns to front, with conforming plinth, 15ins high
A late 19th Century Vincenti Ormolu and Onyx clock garniture The clock with architectural casing raised on paw supports adorned by rosette spandrels and classical form handles the 9cm white enameled dials with black Arabic numbers and fork hands, surmounted by a campana urn form finial and flanked by twin Corinthian column garnitures raised on spreading gilded paw feet with urn form candle holders, clock 43cms high, garniture 25cms high, movement stamped "Medaille D'argent Vincenti" (3) (illustrated)
VICTORIAN FRENCH BRASS AND MARBLE MANTEL CLOCK by Vincenti & Cie, 1855, signed eight day two train movement striking on bell and numbered 49348, with Medaille d'Argent stamp, the painted white dial with Arabic numerals and two front winding holes, ornate gilt hands, the brass case surmounted with foliate urn finial, applied brass decoration, on marble plinth base with cast toupie feet, 33cm high
A 19th century French Rococo style ormolu mantle clock, the circular convex enamel dial with Arabic and Roman numerals, the twin train movement striking on a bell, stamped VINCENTI & CIE, within a scroll and foliate cast case set with quiver of arrows and flaming torch, with cherub surmount, 42cm high.
A 19th Century French mantel clock by Vincenti & Cie, No. 884, the 3.5ins diameter white enamelled dial with Roman numerals to the eight day two train movement striking on a bell, contained in black slate Sienna marble and gilt metal case surmounted by a figure of a rearing horse, on bun feet, 16.75ins high (gilding to horse recently re-done and case varnished)
A late 19th Century French red tortoise-shell, Boulle and gilt brass mounted mantel clock of Louis XV design by Vincenti & Cie, No. 28138, the 3.5ins diameter cast gilt dial with raised Roman numeral cartouches to the eight day two train movement, stamped to rear of plate "Marti & Co, No. 799" and striking on a bell, contained in red tortoise-shell, Boulle and gilt brass mounted balloon pattern case decorated to front, sides and rear and with basket of flowers finials and on scroll feet, 12ins high