A Napoleon III Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock Height 19 x width 22 inches.

A Napoleon III Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock Height 19 x width 22 inches.
MOVEMENT BY JAPY FRERES, 19TH CENTURY

the shaped case surmounted by a trumpeting putto flanked by flowers, rocaille and spreadwing eagles above the dial with Roman numeral hours, the shaped base mounted with figures of two hounds chasing a fox, raised on scroll feet ending in turtle form feet.
Height 19 x width 22 inches. Continental Decorative Arts Cast in overall good condition. Bronze all appears intact without dents, losses or repair. Having fairly even patinas throughout. Dial lacking glass. Time and strike works appear mostly complete, with bell, but lacking pendulum and key. Both springs will take a wind but unsure if clock runs or strikes. Additional images available upon request.