Black Chinoiserie Mantel Clock French Japy Freres Movement Circa 1900

A fine English black chinoiserie Georgian style break arch mantel clock with profusely decorated case with scenes of pagodas, garden scenes and a rare front panel of four ladies sat around a table playing a game - possibly mahjong whilst others watch.

Front pillasters with Chinese calligraphy.

The two train French Japy Freres movement stamped 'Made in France' with serial number 40705 striking the hours and half hours on a gong.