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Pendule clock on low round feet with a rectangular base. The clockwork is in a rounded case, decorated with a torch, Hercules' lion skin and a laurel wreath. Next to it is the three-dimensional figure of cupid with Hercules' club and on the left Cupid's bow and quiver. The clock face is bronze with Roman numerals. The base shows a bas-relief depicting Omphale and a yarn spinning, naked Hercules.
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Of the Period
Place of Origin
Date of Manufacture
First Half of the 19th Century
Period
Materials and Techniques
Condition
Good
Wear
Wear consistent with age and use
Dimensions
13.39 in. H
x
10.63 in. W
x
4.13 in. D
34 cm H
x
27 cm W
x
11 cm D
Dealer Location
Greding, Germany
Number of Items
1
Reference Number
LU101427405693
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Address
EHRL Fine Art and Antiques
Nurnberger Str 1
Greding
,
91171
DE
+49 15735983072
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