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French Portico Clock – Black and White Marble, Gilt Bronze – Early 19th Century

$2,601.72
$3,252.1520% Off
£1,923.92
£2,404.9020% Off
€2,176
€2,72020% Off
CA$3,600.39
CA$4,500.4920% Off
A$4,008.81
A$5,011.0220% Off
CHF 2,086.11
CHF 2,607.6420% Off
MX$48,385.63
MX$60,482.0420% Off
NOK 26,161.73
NOK 32,702.1620% Off
SEK 24,711.40
SEK 30,889.2520% Off
DKK 16,570.36
DKK 20,712.9520% Off

About the Item

Refined French Empire-style portico clock, dating from the early 1800s, in black and white marble, richly adorned with finely chiseled gilt bronze. The enameled dial with Roman numerals is signed, set within a pediment-like architectural structure supported by two fluted columns with Corinthian capitals. The pendulum, shaped like a radiant sun, swings between the columns, a classic symbol of the Empire period. The highly balanced decoration highlights the noble materials and the quality of its workmanship. – Wire suspension mechanism – Perfectly working, with original pendulum and key – Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 50 cm Width: 27 cm Depth: 10 cm A decorative and elegant clock, ideal for lovers of Empire furniture and fine antique clocks.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)Width: 10.63 in (27 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1830
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Madrid, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5779245777432

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