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French Empire clock showing Louis XVI dressed as Caesar

About the Item

An early French Empire mantel clock depicting Louis XVI dressed as Caesar. The entirely fire gilt case depicts a standing figure of Louis XVI dressed as a Roman emperor (Caesar), holding a scroll in his outstretched right arm over the plinth which houses the movement. On top of the plinth is a wreath and a plumed helmet. The lower rectangular clock base has a frieze in high relief depicting a battle scene. The clock has its original eight day silk string suspension movement ringing the hours and halves on a bell, the white enamel dial with roman numerals.
  • Attributed to:
    Claude Galle (Metalworker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Gilt
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Early 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1820
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Gilding is original.
  • Seller Location:
    Vancouver, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4631214711052
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