Bidspirit auction | J. Tomas Brass Miniature Skeleton

J. Tomas Brass Miniature Skeleton Mantel Clock - J. Tomas miniature skeleton mantel clock, late 19th century. The clock features skeletonized brass plates with intricate allover foliate and scroll engraving. It is powered by a mechanical, spring-driven single-train fusee movement utilizing a lever escapement with a visible balance wheel at the top. Several jeweled pivots are visible within the plates. The silvered dial has black Arabic numerals and a decorative foliate engraved center, fitted with blued steel spade-style hands. The movement is mounted to a stepped brass plinth and secured to an oval mahogany-finished wooden base. A custom-fitted clear glass dome protects the assembly. Two brass and steel winding keys are included on a steel split ring. Hand-engraved in script on the rear movement plate J. Tomas, a Prag, and No 6. A brass bridge plate on the rear of the movement is stamped PATENT. 5 1/2” H x 3 1/2” W x 2” D. 14C