Important "caryatid" Clock Signed Piolaine In Paris From The Directoire Period
Artist: Michel François Piolaine
Large Directoire period clock, with dial signed Piolaine in Paris. Very rare model with caryatids in antique patinated bronze. Oblong base in white Carrara marble decorated with a frieze of "loves" in the spirit of Clodion. Dial surrounded by falls of drapery and trimmings. Upper terrace crowned with a cupid surrounded by a brazier and a ewer. Beautiful period movement, wire suspension, with complication: date. (revised) Original hands and dial, marked Piolaine in Paris. Strikes the hour and half hour, pretty gong. Michel François PIOLAINE, one of the most famous clockmakers of the period in Paris.
6 500 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 16th, Directory
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Bronze
Width: 43 cm
Height: 61 cm
Depth: 13 cm
Reference (ID): 1528210
Availability: In stock
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