An early 19th century French Empire period gilt and patinated bronze figural clock
the case modelled as a plinth surmounted by a pair of flaming torches, with a seated putto beside, the base with anthemion border and bracket feet, inscribed beneath the dial DU TEMPS QUI FUIT LA BULLE EST LA MOBILE IMAGE, the twelve piece enamel dial with Arabic numerals, the twin train movement with silk suspension and outside countwheel, striking on a bell, 34cm high
Estimate:
£800 - 1,200
€930 - 1,400
US$ 1,200 - 1,800
€930 - 1,400
US$ 1,200 - 1,800
Category: Decorative Arts / European Sculpture and Works of Art
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Rachael Osborn-Howard
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European Sculpture and Works of Art