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Early 19th Century Empire Mantel Clock with Cupid in a Chariot

$13,476.85
£10,146.71
€11,400
CA$18,600.07
A$20,836.19
CHF 10,857.56
MX$254,158.54
NOK 137,974.63
SEK 130,100.24
DKK 86,788.21

About the Item

Exceptional gilt bronze mantel clock with its key depicting a winged Cupid in a chariot. The chariot is pulled by two doves that are resting on a platform adorned with water-leaf. The body of the clock is shaped like a vase, which contains the white enamel dial. Roman numerals mark the hours and Arabic numerals mark the minutes. Small beads, palmettes and lattice frame the face of the clock. It is flanked by two admirably sculpted storks holding flowering garlands and resting on a base decorated with water-leaf. A bow, arrows, and two leafy branches decorate the front part of the base which rests on four flattened-ball feet. Original clockwork in working condition. Signed: Marie Prevost fils a Toulouse. circa 1800 Dimensions: W: 10.2 in – D: 10.2in – H: 20.5in. Dimensions: L: 26cm, P: 26cm, H: 52cm.
  • Creator:
    Marie Prevost (Clockmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.54 in (42 cm)Width: 9.45 in (24 cm)Depth: 5.91 in (15 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1810
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Movement revised and in working order.
  • Seller Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 42821stDibs: LU206537309103

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