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French Empire Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock Signed Vaillaint a Paris

About the Item

Superb quality French Empire ormolu and patinated bronze mantel clock in a beautifully restrained case. The casting and gilding of the finest quality. A classically dressed maiden stands to the right of the clock housing. Applied ormolu mounts relating to Zeus with caduce to the side and a fine urn. White enamel dial signed Vaillant a Paris. 8 day bell striking movement with silk suspension. Unusually the clock has friction fitted ormolu bezels on the front.
  • Creator:
    Jacques-François Vaillant (Clockmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.3 in (49 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 5.91 in (15 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Ormolu,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1805
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2015316201222
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