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Hi Everyone,

Can anyone help identify the maker of this antique bronze clock? It measures 14 inches tall and has an "AP" or "AR" monogram on the bottom of each elephant head foot (foundry mark?).

TIA,
Biju

 

THIS site shows a very similar AP mark and claims it's French but has no further info.

 

This clock that shares some features has the name A. Arnault, Paris on the face. I wonder if AP is for Arnault Paris. Just a guess.

https://www.bidsquare.com/online-auctions/brunk/french-chinoiserie-gilt-bronze-table-clock-1472465

 

Hmmmm.....here is one that says retailed by Tiffany with JAPY FRERES & CIE / MED D'HONNEUR on the back of the movement.

https://www.invaluable.com/auction-...ed-french-gilt-brass-orient-2254-c-6974b49911

 

Both great matches! Thank you so much SIS! Seems like mine was retailed by A. Arnault, Paris. Now I need to find if it's Japy Freres movement.

 

I.ve been told removing the bell to look behind it can help.

 

Yup .. . viewing the entire back plate of the movement is super helpful. The French definitely brought metal casting skill & detail to a high art in the 19th c.