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Large Empire Period Clock - The Birth Of Napoleon Ii
Large Maternity clock from the Empire period in chiseled and gilded bronze, with a double matte and shiny patina.
This clock was made to celebrate the birth of the son of Napoleon I and Marie-Louise of Austria in 1811. It addresses the theme of motherhood by showing the intimate relationship between a mother and her baby she is breastfeeding in an elegant setting, on a precious sofa decorated with lion heads.
The trapezoidal base in bronze with a brown patina welcoming the movement, is embellished with decorations of the Goat Amalthea suckling Jupiter and is supported by 4 winged lions.
Original wire movement, overhauled, in perfect working order, with its key and pendulum.
Very high quality of carving, original gilding.
1st Empire period, early 19th century.
Don't hesitate to contact us for any request.
Secure shipping in France and Internationally.
This clock was made to celebrate the birth of the son of Napoleon I and Marie-Louise of Austria in 1811. It addresses the theme of motherhood by showing the intimate relationship between a mother and her baby she is breastfeeding in an elegant setting, on a precious sofa decorated with lion heads.
The trapezoidal base in bronze with a brown patina welcoming the movement, is embellished with decorations of the Goat Amalthea suckling Jupiter and is supported by 4 winged lions.
Original wire movement, overhauled, in perfect working order, with its key and pendulum.
Very high quality of carving, original gilding.
1st Empire period, early 19th century.
Don't hesitate to contact us for any request.
Secure shipping in France and Internationally.
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