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Empire Period Neoclassical Malachite and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

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Empire period neoclassical malachite and gilt bronze mantel clock French, early 19th century Dimensions: Height 48cm, width 23.5cm, depth 11cm This mantel clock was finely crafted in the Empire period, wrought from ormolu and a later malachite veneer. The design of the clock is based on classical architecture. It features a malachite entablature—with an ormolu pierced mount to the front—which is supported on four ormolu bun feet. The malachite column shafts are smooth and each culminate in a capital, supporting the malachite top. Between the columns, there is a drum clock case which features an ornate circular dial, inscribed with Roman numeral hour indices. The dial is decorated with ormolu to the centre and features a floral moulded border. Beneath it hangs a pendulum with a circular end.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)Width: 9.26 in (23.5 cm)Depth: 4.34 in (11 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: A later malachite veneer to the body of the clock.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 165771stDibs: LU956322497392
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