Antique French Empire Style Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock

Antique French Empire style gilt bronze figural mantel clock - neo-classical mid 19th C.
$2,750.00
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An antique French Empire style mantel clock with gilt bronze case with neo-classical motifs.

Case: the gilt bronze case with figure of Venus standing in draped robes holding a flaming heart aloft, while leaning against the clock case surmounted by a pair of lovebirds on a domed arch, over an ornate bezel with acanthus leaves, the centre with engine turning, blued steel moon hands and black Roman numerals, on a rectangular base with relief panel of two putti with central bowl, the whole on cast toupie feet.


Movement: eight-day spring driven twin train movement with adjustable Brocot suspension, and outside countwheel striking the hours and half-hours on a bell. 

Dimensions (inches)
Height: 15 1/2
Width: 10 3/4

Condition
Good/Very Good - some minor distress to gilding in areas, rear left (as facing) foot loose. Movement running, but likely needing a service.

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