"Musical Regulator Pendulum, l'Epée. Glass Cage. Gilt Bronze"
Extremely rare and exceptional L'Epée Musical Regulator clock. Perfect condition of presentation and operation. 8-day mechanical movement with Brocot escapement visible on the dial. Hour and half-hour strike on gong. Swiss Reuge music box in the base with 3 tunes from Vivaldi's "4 Seasons". Duration: 25 seconds each. Mercury compensation balance. Corinthian-style gilt bronze case. Dimensions: 33.5x19 cm. Weight: 8.1 kg. Cage with 4 beveled glasses in perfect condition. Two keys: movement and music box. Music operation: each of the 3 is triggered daily at a chosen time. (Detailed explanations provided) Possibility of sending the 3 music videos on Whatsapp on request. The prestigious L'Epée manufacture was the last French manufacturer of "high-end" clocks. This clock, in perfect condition and now unobtainable at a reasonable price, is a collector's item and a very good investment. HECE International, based in Trévenans (90400), maintains and sells L'Epée clocks. This musical regulator is listed for €6,600. See the HECE website. Insured shipping in highly secure packaging or hand delivery in Bordeaux.