Robert Prenzel, rare longcase clock, carved Queensland black bean in the Gothic style with dated cartouche '1898', imported German movement, maker's stamp to the reverse of the pediment 'Treede & Prenzel, South Melbourne', 81.50 in. high, 14.57 in. wide, 6.30 in. deep
- Cartouche - An ornamental panel in the form of of a shield, oval or rectangular scroll with curling edges. It may be carved into the back of a chair or the top of a sideboard, or present on a piece of silver or jewellery, and contain the initials of the original owner, heraldic symbols, or some other inscription, such as the details of a presentation.
In ceramics the term defines the central area of a vase or similar with a decorative border in one of the shapes above, into which a decorative scene or figures have been painted.
- Movement - The technical name for the workings of a clock or watch, and does not include the dial or case.
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