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19th Century French Ormolu Mantle Clock in the Louis XV Rococo Style

About the Item

An Elegant Mantle Clock In the Louis XV Manner The clock and its plinth executed in gilt bronze in a dynamic rococo style, rising from scrolling foliage, the dial in the shape of a flower and having the hours marked by hand-painted porcelain roman numerals; flanked by scrolling acanthus and foliage with an intertwined foliate pinnacle. The eight-day movement striking on the hour, and half hour. French, circa 1890

Dimensions:

Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Depth: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)

Style:

Louis XV (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Bronze,Ormolu,Gilt

Place of Origin:

France

Period:

19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Circa 1890

Condition:

Repaired: Undergone inspection from our clock specialist. Wear consistent with age and use. In working condition.

Seller Location:

London, GB

Reference Number:

Seller: 94171stDibs: LU954718393262

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