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J. Robert & Fils et Cie: HORN PENDULUM ON CONSOLE - HORN PENDULUM ON CONSOLE. Robert & Fils et Cie, J.. La Chaux-de-Fonds Date: Ca. 1781-87. Technique: Red horn with engraved brass inlays. Fire-gilded bronze. Description: The console with ram ornamentation and - like the clock case - with fine, floral brass inlays. The curved case on four rocaille feet, opening at the bottom with a view of the pendulum and sound openings on the sides with floral openwork inserts. Fire-gilded bronze applications on all sides and a vase finial at the top. A cover hinged at the bottom on the back with remnants of a red seal. Large, round pendulum movement with verge escapement and thread suspension, striking the hour on one bell, quarter strike on two bells, repeater. Measurement: Height including console 73cm, pendulum: 52x27x15cm. Mark: On backpanel inscr. 'J. Robert et fils à la Chaux de Fonds' (1781-87, Loomes p.658), no.592. Enclosed: Key. Provenance: South German private collection. J. Robert & Fils et Cie Switzerland Clocks Explanations to the Catalogue Estimated shipping costs for this lot: Arrangement after the auction.