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French 19th Century Louis XVI St. White Carrara Marble and Ormolu Clock

$14,900
£11,171.97
€12,952.25
CA$20,793.74
A$23,224.70
CHF 12,068.26
MX$282,830.14
NOK 153,293.88
SEK 144,447.02
DKK 96,639.52
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About the Item

An elegant and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara marble and ormolu clock. The clock is raised by foliate topie shaped feet below the oblong shaped white Carrara marble base. The base displays a fine fitted pierced ormolu mount with a beautiful scrolled foliate design flanked by richly chased mounts of Bacchus. Above is a charming wine barrel on wheels with detailed vine leaves and grape clusters in a striking satin and burnished finish. A satyr pulls the wagon by a rope while two charming cherubs are playing, one riding the wine barrel while the other stands behind it. The central white enamel dial displays fine colorful hand painted floral garlands. All original gilt throughout.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 17.25 in (43.82 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    West Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 99641stDibs: LU949926047552

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