A Chinoiserie gilt and patinated bronze mounted cloisonné enamel three piece clock garniture France, last quarter 19th century

comprising a pair of vases and a mantel clock, the twin train movement with the Japy Frères seal

overall in good condition with no losses to enamels, the bronze mounts are well cast but with the usual wear and light scratches consistent with age and use, some traces of tarnishing and dirt are visible too, the piece has a detached bell, a pendulum but no key. Please note that the movement has not been checked for functionality. However, the movement is complete and may be put into a working state by a professional horologist.
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