Louis XVI Regulatory Fireplace Clock XIXth Century

Ferdinand Berthoud (18 March 1727, in Plancemont-sur-Couvet (Principality of Neuchâtel) – 20 June 1807, in Groslay (Val d'Oise)), was a scientist and watchmaker. He became master watchmaker in Paris in 1753. Berthoud, who held the position of Horologist-Mechanic by appointment to the King and the Navy, left behind him an exceptionally broad body of work, in particular in the field of sea chronometers. Details of the movement mechanism: Eight days there is a pendulum hanging. He struck an hour and a half on the bell. The clock is working great and tot. And it was recently cleaned and serviced by a professional clockmaker. The clock is delivered complete with, key and bell.