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French Mantel Clock by Lepine & Neveu

$14,390.15
£10,704.82
€12,000
CA$19,705.03
A$21,909.32
CHF 11,439.84
MX$266,689.72
NOK 145,967.32
SEK 136,764.40
DKK 91,349.37
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About the Item

A gilded French mantel clock signed "Lepine & Neveu." The movement has a Swiss anchor escapement and a striking mechanism that chimes hours and half-hours on a fine bell. The clock features an emblem of King François I of France—a crowned salamander—used as a legendary symbol of strength for the French kingdom. François I (1494–1547) adopted this emblem from his father, Charles d’Orléans. The salamander was believed to feed on flames and survive fire, symbolizing regeneration and eternity. This motif reappeared centuries later with King Louis-Philippe, who was known as "duc d’Orléans" before his coronation in 1830. A salamander depicted on this clock could thus symbolize timelessness or resilience
  • Creator:
    Lepine (Clockmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.3 in (16 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.5 cm)Depth: 5.52 in (14 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Gold Plate,Gilt
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1830
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Restoration of the movement, it is in a perfect condition. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Zonhoven, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9250244830802

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