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Early 19th Century Marble Clock Cupid Reading by Ledure and Hémon

$5,652.03
£4,114.05
€4,700
CA$7,692.98
A$8,605.08
CHF 4,478.14
MX$105,931.52
NOK 56,971.17
SEK 53,450.19
DKK 35,768.02
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About the Item

Early 19th century Restauration-period green vert-de-mer marble clock with gilt bronze decoration. The clock is topped by a Cupid reading in patinated bronze. The ormolu face marks the hours in Roman numerals and is decorated with scrolls and foliage. The dial is signed: Ledure BRONZIER Hémon Her (partially erased but legible). Signed in the back: HEMON A PARIS. Cast by Ledure and Hémon clockmaker. circa 1830 Dimension: W 10.2 in x D 5.9 in x H 22 in. Dimension: L 26 cm x P 15 cm x H 56 cm.
  • Creator:
    Pierre-Victor Ledure (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22.05 in (56 cm)Width: 10.24 in (26 cm)Depth: 5.91 in (15 cm)
  • Style:
    Restauration (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Marble,Gilt,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Early 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1830
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In overall good condition, the marble with small chips. The clockwork has been cleaned, serviced, and is in working condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 25781stDibs: LU2065345678692

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