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Napoleon III Gilt Ormolu Mantel Clock

About the Item

This is a wonderful Napoleon III ormolu mantle clock from the estate of a Los Angeles collector from around 1860. There is a zaftig little boy perched at the top of the clock, and from his chubby legs, I would say he is eating his fill of baked goods from the fields where he must work given the little scythe-like tool he is holding. There is no cover or bezel over the clock face, nor was there ever. The clock design is so detailed with wheat stalks and other little French motifs. The theme is whimsical as the boy appears to daydream atop his perch on the clock from field duties. That is my take. Our appraiser says the clock shows an allegory of the summer as the main motif. This season is characterized by symbols of the harvest. The clockworks were mostly secondary to mantle clocks.This clock works perfectly and keeps excellent time. Everything is intact and it was recently cleaned by the jeweler. It needs periodic rewinding and includes the key. This piece is in good condition. We love it.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Width: 16.75 in (42.55 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Cast,Gilt,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lomita, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6651240410102

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