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French Early 19th Century Empire Gilt Bronze Dragon Handled Urn Clock

$8,500
£6,461.82
€7,543.06
CA$11,934.58
A$13,540.03
CHF 7,090.03
MX$167,047.80
NOK 87,914.92
SEK 84,117.71
DKK 56,264.18
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About the Item

An rare model French Empire mantle clock featuring a classical urn with dragon handles. The clock is entirely of gilded bronze with original fire gilding. The urn-shaped case is surmounted with a pineapple finial; on either side of the 4.5? White enamel dial are fire-breathing climbing dragons. The case is totally embellished with decorative empire ornaments. The clock has its original silk-string suspension movement ringing the hours and halves on a bell.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Gilt
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Early 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1810
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vancouver, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4631214876412

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