Clock with twisted columns and "marquetry". Functional

Beautiful ebonized wood clock with "marquetry" inlays (marquetry is a process involving gold-plated and painted brass. A specialist in this type of work was Charles Boulle). The clock is in excellent condition with an excellent finish and no defects. The machine, recently serviced, is completely functional and a "Japy Frères. Grand Medal of Honour" from 1855. It strikes the hours and half-hours on a bell. France - Nineteenth century