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Charles X period gilt-bronze and malachite sculptural mantel clock

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Charles X period gilt-bronze and malachite sculptural mantel clock
French, c.1830
Height 55cm, width 40cm, depth 18cm

Mounted by a seated maiden in robes with books to her feet upon a circular dial with enamelled chapter ring, and set on a base with further bronze icons and acanthus darting, this excellent piece is a large mantel clock dating to the Charles X period of France in the early 18th century, c.1830. With a dial cast in ormolu amidst a white enamel dial and fronted with a five-pointed star, it comes in a malachite veneered case, which is surmounted with a figurative sculpture of a Classical maiden resting atop a globe, exemplifying the style of the time, in which the Empire manner was toned down and softened with a less flamboyant, more subtle, sophisticated, sumptuous stylistic manner.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Malachite, ormolu.
Creation Date:	1830
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	16844
Incollect Reference #:	742781

Dimensions

W.	15.75 in;	H.	21.65 in;	D.	7.09 in;
W.	40 cm;	H.	55 cm;	D.	18 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.