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Obelisk clock in patinated and gilt bronze, Charles X

$13,976.30
£10,587.37
€12,000
CA$19,362.28
A$21,716.09
CHF 11,372.38
MX$263,871.65
NOK 144,410.16
SEK 136,911.01
DKK 91,365.20

About the Item

Very large clock, halfway between a pyramid and an obelisk, in patinated and gilded bronze, resting on four antique-style lions and a cherry-red marble veneer base. Bas-relief ornamentation of leafy garlands, trophies of arms, surmounted by a figure of renown. Openwork gilt bronze dial with palmettes and Roman numerals. Suspension with changed metal lamella.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27.96 in (71 cm)Width: 17.33 in (44 cm)Depth: 9.45 in (24 cm)
  • Style:
    Charles X (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Marble,Gilt,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1820
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In very good original condition, with wear to the Roman numerals on the dial, chips and scratches to the marble.
  • Seller Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 34851stDibs: LU2065342227222

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