An Exceptional Ormolu Desk Compendium

A very fine desk compendium, comprising an eight day timepiece, barometer and thermometer, in a gilded twin oval case, mounted on a rouge marble base with a rotating circular carrying loop. The reverse has a glazed back to the clock revealing an eight-day spring driven movement with a beautiful original lever escapement and a calibrated silvered thermometer behind the barometer. the pristine white enamel dials signed by the retailer 'BRIERE, RUE DU PORT, CHERBOURG'.

This case retains its original gilding and is in excellent original condition, this clock is extremely pleasing and should be viewed in person if possible. Of particular note is the sprung release catch holding the back of the clock closed, a lovely detail that elevates this compendium above the norm.

14cm H x 14cm W x 6.5cm D