Large Bronze Clock, 19th-century Louis XV Rocaille Style, 78 Cm Tall

A superb and imposing 19th-century gilded bronze table clock in the Louis XV Rocaille style.
It makes a stunning decorative statement with its remarkable height of 78 cm.
It is in working condition;
Richly chiseled with violin-shaped volutes, acanthus foliage, and Rocaille motifs. The top is crowned with an antique potpourri jar/vase featuring handles in the shape of chimera heads. The ornate base rests on four scroll-shaped feet.
The enameled dial features white enamel cartouches displaying the hours in Roman numerals and the minutes in Arabic numerals, surrounded by a chiseled bezel.
In perfect working order, original movement with its balance wheel and key. Movement by S. Marti & Co. (The Samuel Marti company was based in Montbéliard). Along the upper edge of the medallion, the inscription “bronze medal” is visible.
The gilding is in good condition with a patina from use.
Dimensions in cm: 40 x 20. Height: 78
Weight: 23 kilograms

This item is also on display in my store in Morbihan, in southern Brittany, where you can pick it up if you wish.

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