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Empire Gilt Bronze Clock of Standing Classical Lady Unveiling an Urn of Plenty

$2,750
£2,111.88
€2,420.19
CA$3,871.32
A$4,336.73
CHF 2,259.83
MX$52,899.21
NOK 28,717.31
SEK 27,078.38
DKK 18,063.64

About the Item

A late French Empire mantle clock in gilded bronze depicting a standing classical lady on the left side of the clock plinth with her left arm outstretched holding drapery concealing the contents of a gilded urn. The urn contains numerous items including flowers; at her feet is a small lidded jewellery chest. The base she stands on has a frieze across the entire front showing a/the girl kneeling at her 'mothers' feet asking for a blessing. The quality of the bronze chasing is excellent as is the gilding. The dial is signed Rolland Dapere a Marseille, who was most likely the retailer. The original movement rings the hours and halfs on a bell.
  • Similar to:
    A. Ravrio (Clockmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1825
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The gilding on the base is showing signs of rubbing and tarnishing, however, the gilding on the figure, urn, frieze is excellent.
  • Seller Location:
    Vancouver, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4631233318452

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