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French Empire Bronze and Marble Figural Clock
Estimate:
$1,000 - $2,000
Sold
$1,300
Live Auction
New York City Estate Auction, February 6
Description
French Empire Gilt and Patinated Bronze and White Marble Figural Clock, early 19th century, the circular white enamel dial, with movement striking on two bells, indistinctly signed, surmounted by the seated figure of Hera with her peacock and trailing clouds, below a central imperial eagle flanked by female attendants and trophies, on toupie feet. 18.5" H x 14" W x 5" D. Keywords: Mantel Clock, Imperial France, Napoleon Bonaparte, Classical, Neoclassicism, Greek Mythology, Hellenistic, Goddess, Queen of the Gods, Juno, Marriage, Childbirth, Horologe, Horology, Timepiece, Time keeping, Ormolu, Bronzier, Interior design, Antique, Decorative Arts