Arch Clock Gilt Bronze Directoire Period Empire XVIII Early XIXth Century
Important Directoire period arch clock in gilt bronze and black Belgian marble base, representing two winged victories on either side of a trophy formed by a bow, a torch and a quiver (attributes of Eros). A pair of birds decorates the shock absorber, perched on a laurel branch. Mechanism with anchor escapement (to be revised) and cutaway movement plate, shock absorber ornament restored Model reproduced in the work by Giacomo Wannenes, Le piu belle pendole francesi da Luigi XV all'Impero, Leonardo, 1999.
1 690 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 16th, Directory
Condition: Good condition
Material: Bronze
Height: 47
Reference (ID): 1521175
Availability: In stock
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