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Large Empire style ormolu and malachite mantel clock with mythological sculpture

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Large Empire style ormolu and malachite mantel clock with mythological sculpture
French, Late 19th Century
Height 58cm, width 46cm, depth 14cm

With large sculptural work depicting Jason and the Golden Fleece, which is mounted above the clock's case, this magnificent piece is a large Empire style, Neoclassical mantel clock, made in France in the late nineteenth century.

The dial is set within a malachite case (replacing the original marble) and is flanked by an ormolu sculptural depiction of the mythological scene. The relief plaque also depicts this subject, one of the most enduring of all tales from Greek mythology, and does so to create a wonderful, grand, and visually impressive antique timepiece.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Malachite, ormolu.
Creation Date:	Late 19th Century
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Empire
Dealer Reference #:	16992
Incollect Reference #:	734820

Dimensions

W.	18.11 in;	H.	22.83 in;	D.	5.51 in;
W.	46 cm;	H.	58 cm;	D.	14 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.