Clock Signed Galle: French Fiance

“Emile Galle” circa about 1875.Unbeleivebly this grand specimen is in perfect condition& is in running order. It measures 19” h x 18-½”width of base. There is one other example of this work known, in the museum of Luneville in eastern France. As you can see the detail is superb. Here’s a little about Emile Galle…. World Famous for his innovative work in several areas of the decorative arts, including glass, furniture & faience, Emile Galle` (1846-1904) was born & died in the town of Nancy in eastern France. He first learned the craft of ceramics: these by helping his father Charles run the family business in the nearby town of Saint Cle`ment. The Galle factory at Saint clement produced fantasy faience items during the period 1864-1876. By this time Charles had retired and the production of faience was transferred to Nancy. The faience of Galle is characterized by a very fine composition& light covering of an enamel tinted a pale blue by the addition of cobalt oxide, often with polychrome ornamentation, recurring motifs include the cross of Lorraine, the thistle & crenated towers. About the clock works: movement is French & original to the clock. The works are marked with the makers name “Marti” Bronze medal for Paris Expo; works have a platform lever escapement & strikes on the hour & half hour. The works are in very good running order .search clock clocks porcelain Galle Fiance Delft San Clement French France mantle art pottery

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