Antique French Verge Fusee Skull Desk Clock Memento Mori c1802 Brunel a Paris

I am pleased to offer from my private collection this extraordinary and museum-grade French Memento Mori desk clock, crafted in the form of a human skull entwined with serpents. Made from heavy “Ormolu” gilt bronze, this large and highly detailed piece dates to circa 1802, with the back of the case inscribed “Paris 1802.” The hinged skull opens to reveal a high-quality verge fusee movement, signed “Brunel à Nîmes.” The watch is in perfect working order and keeps accurate time. This is a rare fusion of horological mastery and symbolic artistry. Specifications: • Maker: Brunel à Nîmes • Origin: Paris, France • Date: Circa 1802 • Material: Ormolu (gilt bronze) • Form: Skull wrapped with three-dimensional snakes (memento mori symbolism) • Movement: High-grade handmade verge fusee • Inscription: “Paris 1802” (on back of case) • Condition: Fully functional, excellent condition for age • Dimensions: Approx. 10 cm tall • Weight: Approx. 1.5 kg Highlights: • Exceptionally rare symbolic design representing mortality and time • Substantial size and weight – a true statement piece • Original French verge fusee movement from early 19th century • Ideal for collectors of memento mori art, skull antiques, or rare horology • It comes with an APPRAISAL CERTIFICATE FOR $9000 This clock is not only a functional timepiece but also a philosophical object, evoking the fleeting nature of life – a true memento mori masterpiece. Shipping: Worldwide shipping with full insurance and tracking. The item will be carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery. Don’t miss the opportunity to own a once-in-a-lifetime horological sculpture that speaks both of technical brilliance and deep symbolic meaning.

PERFECT WORKING ORDER(do not expect a quartz accuracy from 230 years old verge fusee movement)

The watch comes with a matching key.  

The clock is  a link to the tradition of the memento mori – an object designed to remind us that life is brief and that we should seize the moment while we are here.

Now is your only chance to buy this amazing piece!

NOTE:PLEASE OBSERVE CAREFULLY THE PHOTOS! IT IS A SIGNIFICANT PART OF THE DESCRIPTION. Every possible defect which is shown in the photos,but not mention in the description,will be considered for described.All the photos shoot by professional Nikon 105 Macro lens under 40x diopter magnification,so you can explore even the smallest detail like under microscope!

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