Gilded Bronze Clock: An Allegory Of The Sciences—astronomy
Chiseled and gilded bronze clock, an allegory of the Sciences, Astrology, depicting a young woman dressed in ancient style, holding a protractor in her left hand and a book in her right, leaning against a library pillar, upon which rest a laurel wreath, a celestial globe, a ruler, a set square, a compass, and two books. On the other side, a graphometer and an astronomical telescope. The whole stands on a rectangular base adorned in relief with four figures working on scientific instruments. Two front legs decorated with sheaves of wheat. This clock has retained its original gilding. It is in perfect working order and will be delivered with its two keys and pendulum. Clock from the late Empire and Restoration periods. Dimensions: Height: 47 cm – Width: 32.5 cm – Depth: 12.5 cm
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Period: 19th century
Style: Consulat, Empire
Condition: Good condition
Material: Bronze
Width: 32,5 cm
Height: 47 cm
Depth: 12,5 cm
Reference (ID): 1840370
Availability: In stock
