Gilded Bronze Mantel Clock – France, Late 18th Century

An elegant French mantel clock in gilded bronze, crafted in the late 18th century and adorned with an elegant sculptural group depicting two young women engrossed in reading. The composition, inspired by the Neoclassical style, celebrates the arts and education through a design of great balance and refinement, characterized by rich decoration featuring plant motifs and volutes.

The enameled dial is perfectly integrated into the ornamental structure, while the quality of the casting and gilding attests to the high standards achieved by French workshops of the period. A work of great charm, combining artistic value, functionality, and decorative elegance.

Dimensions: 75 × 75 × 35 cm.

Gilded bronze, France, late 18th century. In good overall condition, with natural signs of aging consistent with its age. An important collector’s clock, ideal for enhancing formal spaces and decorative arts collections.