Second Half Of The 19th Century Empire Style Officer's Clock

Refined gilt-bronze officer's clock with a handle. The clock features clean lines, embellished with floral decorations and figures of fantastic animals on the front, recalling the typical stylistic features of the Empire period. The glass-protected dial features Arabic and Roman numerals, with gilt-bronze hands. The name of the French clockmaker La Vallée is also visible on the dial. There are no other markings on the back, but it is likely that the mechanism is also of French origin. This type of clock was used as an alarm clock by officers, hence the name "officer's clock," and was used in camps. This is a tasteful and refined officer's clock, capable of lending a touch of class and antiquity to any setting. French Empire-style manufacture, second half of the 19th century.

Dimensions: H x W x D 22 x 13.5 x 8.5cm