Empire Clock "chariot Of Love" In Gilt Bronze - Cupid
Empire period, circa 1810.
A delightful gilt bronze clock depicting an antique chariot with a lion's head,
drawn by a pair of galloping horses,
driven by a young cupid with a torch.
The skeleton movement is set within the openwork wheel.
The quadrangular base is adorned with a foliate frieze.
The bronze is very finely chased and gilded, a magnificent piece of craftsmanship.
The mercury gilding is in very good condition, with a subtle interplay of matte and burnished tones.
In perfect working order, striking the hours and half-hours.
Complete original movement with wire suspension.
With its pendulum, brass bell, and key.
H: 30 cm - W: 24 cm - D: 7.5 cm.
Bibliography: P. Kjellberg, Encyclopédie de la Pendule Française, "Les pendules au char" p. 415
A delightful gilt bronze clock depicting an antique chariot with a lion's head,
drawn by a pair of galloping horses,
driven by a young cupid with a torch.
The skeleton movement is set within the openwork wheel.
The quadrangular base is adorned with a foliate frieze.
The bronze is very finely chased and gilded, a magnificent piece of craftsmanship.
The mercury gilding is in very good condition, with a subtle interplay of matte and burnished tones.
In perfect working order, striking the hours and half-hours.
Complete original movement with wire suspension.
With its pendulum, brass bell, and key.
H: 30 cm - W: 24 cm - D: 7.5 cm.
Bibliography: P. Kjellberg, Encyclopédie de la Pendule Française, "Les pendules au char" p. 415
2 300 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Consulat, Empire
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Bronze
Height: 30
Reference (ID): 1733135
Availability: In stock
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