LARGE ORNAMENTAL CLOCK WITH GLADIATOR FIGURE, Late 19th century. Fire-gilded...

LARGE ORNAMENTAL CLOCK WITH GLADIATOR FIGURE, Late 19th century. Fire-gilded and darkly patinated bronze with marble elements; architecturally structured case on ornate feet with applied bronze embellishments and marble inlays; front face featuring neo-Baroque rocaille and foliage motifs; centrally positioned, white-enameled dial. Mechanical movement with half-hour and hourly chimes on a bell. Topped by a fully sculpted gladiator figure in a pensive pose. HxWxD: approx. 56/54/21 cm. Signs of age and wear; scuffed in places; movement starts briefly (likely needs cleaning); completeness of decorative appliqués not verified.