Large French Louis XVI Bronze Gilt Clock in Ormolu and Black Marble

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About the Item

View in original languageStunning and impressive neoclassical clock from the Louis XVI period, France, late 18th century.
The case is made of richly chiseled and ormolu-gilded bronze, resting on a black marble base.
The large mechanism is sandwiched between two lion heads; a neoclassical urn is placed at the top of the clock.
The mechanism, entirely original, is signed “Pinta jeune Paris”; it has a silk thread suspension and chime at the hours and half hours with a bronze bell.
Beautiful original gilding in very good condition.

Measurements
Height 46 cm
Base 28 x 16 cmDimensions: Height: 18.12 in (46 cm)Width: 11.03 in (28 cm)Depth: 6.3 in (16 cm)Style: Louis XVI (Of the Period)Materials and Techniques: Bronze,Marble,GiltPlace of Origin: FrancePeriod: Late 18th CenturyDate of Manufacture: circa 1790sCondition: GoodWear consistent with age and use.Seller Location: Pistoia, ITReference Number: 1stDibs: LU10131243648622