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French Gilt Waterfall Clock Henry Dasson 1843

$5,783.32
£4,250
€4,966.78
CA$7,997.47
A$8,707.20
CHF 4,649.37
MX$105,109.59
NOK 58,450.89
SEK 54,366.13
DKK 37,099.44

About the Item

A rare French 'waterfall clock' with a silk suspension pendulum action Has a unique waterfall feature with water spurting from the mouth of the lions mask Intricately cast with gilt cherub and bronze birds to surmounting the clock The waterfall feature works on a separate winding system with an on/ off switch Piece is signed Henry Dasson on the back - please see close up photo Henry Dasson (1825–1896) was a renowned French cabinetmaker and bronzier celebrated for his luxurious 19th-century furniture in the Louis XIV, XV, and XVI revival styles He was especially known for his exceptional gilt-bronze mounts and meticulous marquetry, often exhibited at international expositions such as the 1878 Paris Exposition Universelle. Circa 1843 Full working order Will ship to anywhere in the world - including US - so please get in touch for a shipping quote Our showroom is just north of London in Hertfordshire, please get in touch if you would like to make an appointment Height: 37cm / 14 Inches Length: 26cm / 10 Inches Width: 12cm / 4 Inches Weight: 5.4 KG
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Style:
    French Provincial (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1843
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Potters Bar, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5875145692082

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