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Early 19th Century French Empire Period Portico Clock
$11,639.35
£8,724.49
€9,800
CA$16,095.47
A$17,523.86
CHF 9,357.19
MX$211,540.49
NOK 117,636.56
SEK 109,415.69
DKK 74,665.25
About the Item
A fine early 19th century French Empire period Portico clock of exceptional quality in the Neo-classical style, the clock housed in a richly figured mahogany case with four tapering columns supporting the upper section, surmounted by a gilt-bronze mount of scrolling acanthus and palmettes. The finely chased gilt-bronze dial with Roman numerals and foliate engraved centre, fitted with blued-steel Breguet hands. The pendulum modelled as a radiant sunburst with a central rosette, swinging between the columns. Raised on a rectangular plinth with elaborate gilt-bronze mounts of scrolling foliage and anthemion decoration, all resting on gilt paw feet.
The eight-day movement strikes the hours and half-hours on a bell.
Circa 1820
French
Condition: Excellent condition; minor age wear consistent with period. Fully serviced and in working order.
Key present.
Note:
This elegant portico clock exemplifies the refinement of early 19th-century French Empire design, combining neoclassical architectural symmetry with rich mahogany and finely chiselled ormolu mounts. Such clocks were often produced in Paris workshops under the influence of designers like Pierre-Philippe Thomire and were prized decorative timepieces for aristocratic interiors.
- Dimensions:Height: 21.07 in (53.5 cm)Width: 11.23 in (28.5 cm)Depth: 6.89 in (17.5 cm)
- Style:Empire (Of the Period)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1820
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Dublin, IE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5735247164002
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