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18th Century French Louis XV / XVI Period Gilt Bronze Wall Clock

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French Louis XV period ormolu bronze cartel clock by Edme-Jean Causard (1718-1780) measuring 28 by 13 by 5 inches, with original pendulum. Dial signed Causard Hgr du Roy - Suivt Lacour. This baluster shaped clock in the manner of Jean-Charles Delafosse (1734-1789) features casting and gilding of the finest quality. It has vitruvian scrolls at base, laurel swags draped from the top and extending down at each side, and is surmounted by an urn with ram mask handles. With its original pendulum with mask and sunburst motif. Appointed Marchand Horloger Privilegie du Roi in 1753, Causard was one of the most important Parisian clockmakers of the Louis XV period. His customers included the Marshal de Duras, Blondel de Gagny and the Marquis de Langeac.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c1775
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU881939898082

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