Empire Period Gilt Bronze Clock Decorated With Eros Playing The Harp
Empire-period gilded bronze clock decorated with Eros playing the harp, resting on a rectangular base richly decorated with foliage, palmettes and amorous attributes in relief.
The subject features winged Eros seated beside a lyre, holding his bow, in a neoclassical spirit characteristic of the First Empire.
The enamelled dial with Roman numerals is signed "Leinert à Paris", testimony to quality Parisian work from the early 19th century.
The set features fine chasing and well-preserved original mercury gilding.
The composition is framed by two finely guilloché decorative columns and rests on four toupee feet.
French Empire period work, early 19th century.
Wire movement.
Dimensions:
Height: 38 cm
Width: 26 cm
Depth : 10 cm
Condition: good overall condition, wear and light traces of age.
Sold without key or balance.
Period: 19th century
Style: Consulat, Empire
Condition: Good condition
Material: Bronze
Reference (ID): 1760271
Availability: In stock
