January Clock By Antide With Thermometer, Dated 1805
Artist: Antide Janvier
Antide JANVIER (1751-1835) Desk clock in the style of courtroom clocks, forming a thermometer, in mahogany with gilt bronze mounts featuring interlacing patterns and star motifs, white enamel dial with Roman numerals, signed and dated 1805, eight-day movement giving the hour and half-hour. H. 42 cm W. 23 cm Around 1795, Janvier developed his clocks, often misleadingly called "courtroom clocks," the relatively abundant production of which met a certain vogue. Their cases, sometimes incorporating sphinxes or lions, were by Ferdinand Schwerdfeger
35 000 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Consulat, Empire
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Solid wood
Width: 23 cm
Height: 42 cm
Reference (ID): 1666881
Availability: In stock
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