Alabaster Clock Depicting "the Abduction Of Europa"
A rare alabaster clock depicting "The Abduction of Europa" by Zeus, who had transformed himself into a bull. Europa, dressed in an ancient-style tunic that reveals one breast, is seated on the back of the animal, which is decorated with garlands of flowers, and holds a drape billowing in the air. The entire piece rests on a rectangular base featuring a gilded bronze dial with Roman numerals, surrounded by two dolphins in bas-relief. The dial is signed “Alibert A Paris”... Read more
Condition report: a crack beneath the mechanism on the front face. A small piece of ribbon is missing from the right-hand dolphin. The movement has been serviced and is in working order.
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Period: 19th century
Style: Louis Philippe, Charles 10th
Condition: Good condition
Material: Alabaster
Width: 32
Height: 53
Depth: 14
Reference (ID): 1787183
Availability: In stock
