The trunk and base of the cabinet have an age crack in the proper left side and an age crack to the proper right side of the front, as well as a few small chips and discolorations throughout. The shoulder heavily scuffed and scratched where the hood has been moved and rests atop. All mounts appear to be present. Comes with a pendulum but no weights, winding key or case key. The case is presently locked. The movement is not running and needs repair. It does not wind nor strike when the hands are advanced. The spherical hood needs repair because the segments from which it is assembled are separated at their peg joints, and it cannot sit securely and remain intact while in place on the cabinet. It may merely be missing some screws that would hold it together. The bronze cherubs have a dark, dingy patina. enameled numerals show some fading and discoloration but no enamel loss. enamel of XII numeral is cracked. A repaired age crack on the back of the cabinet is visible from the front through the glass.
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