Louis XVI "fidelity" Clock (allegory Of Fidelity), Circa 1790
Louis XVI "Fidelity" clock (allegory of fidelity), circa 1790. 34 x 32 x 14 cm. Fire-gilt, satin-polished, on an oval white marble base. Round movement with half-hour striking on a bell, in working order. Cf.: Elke Niehüser, Die französische Bronzeuhr, Munich 1997, p. 212, no. 307; Dumonthier, E., Les Bronzes du Mobilier National – Pendules et Cartels, Paris, pl. 20. A similar piece is currently offered for sale in London for €6,750; another example is offered on the English art market for €9,000. Inv. no. 1.3212 €850
2 850 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 16th, Directory
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Bronze
Length: 34 cm
Height: 32 cm
Depth: 14 cm
Reference (ID): 1676020
Availability: In stock
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