Pendule Empire Horloger : Vincent

An Empire period clock, circa 1810, attributed to the Parisian clockmaker Vincent. Its rigorous and symmetrical architecture combines sea-green marble with rich, high-quality mercury-gilt bronze ornamentation. Protected by a domed glass, the wide white enamel dial, framed by a bezel decorated with alternating water leaves and small palmettes, is flanked by two winged female figures draped in classical style. Each holds a trumpet of Fame, symbolizing glory and victory; beneath these figures bloom laurel wreaths, emblem of triumph.

Four guilloché lozenges contain, at their centers, relief medallions depicting idealized female heads, perhaps nymphs. The corners of the case are punctuated by fluted or slightly twisted columns, reminiscent of small architectural supports, while beaded friezes run around the entire perimeter.

Original mechanism, unmodified, with a wire suspension and striking the hours and half-hours on an antique bell.

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