Mantel clock - Louis XVI - Gilt bronze, Marble - 1790

Very beautiful so-called portico clock From the Louis XVI period circa 1790, in chiseled gilded bronze and white marble. The cushioning is formed by a simulated urn with detached and seeded handles, the movement is supported by two pilasters punctuated with trophies, quivers and crowns.
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Under the movement are two intersecting thyrsos and garlands of flowers. The quadrangular base with rosettes rests on gilded bronze skater feet.
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The enameled dial is in good condition. This dial indicates the hours and minutes in increments of fifteen.
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This sumptuous clock magnificently characterizes French know-how as well as the return of what under Louis XVI was called great taste, that is to say a return to a classical repertoire through these numerous chiseled gilded bronzes, composed of classicizing motifs. , such as quivers, seed, and urns.
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This beautiful clock works and will delight a collector.
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Shipping will be careful and insured.
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Happy bidding.
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