A French gilt-brass repeating carriage clock, by Drocourt, Paris, late 19th century, the corniche case with swing handle above bevelled glass panels, the white enamel dial with Roman numerals, outer minute track and subsidiary alarm dial with Arabic numerals, the twin train eight day movement with alarm function striking on a gong, with platform lever escapement, the backplate stamped with Drocourt DC trademark, numbered 12515 to backplate and underside, with associated winder, 18cm high (handle extended), 15cm (excluding handle) Please note that Roseberys do not guarantee the working order or time keeping of any timepiece offered for sale.

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