Summary
Wall clock with sheet iron case and enamelled white dial. Made in France, and retailed by Charles Loupias, Noumea, New Caledonia, circa 1900.
Charles Loupias was a watchmaker in Noumea, New Caledonia, and mayor of Noumea from 1899-1907.
Physical Description
Wall clock with sheet iron case and enamelled white dial. Going train is placed to one side, and crutch and pendulum rod is connected by a brass strip. Weight driven. This type of clock was made for export so the royal pendulum was made in three pieces that hinged for packing.
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Acquisition Information
Loan & Subsequent Bequest from Mr John Askew, 24 Aug 1934
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Inscriptions
Dial is marked 'Chles Loupias a Noumea'.
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Overall Dimensions
36 cm (Length), 17 cm (Width), 63 cm (Height)
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