Figural mantel clock - Antique Bronze - 1800-1850

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Ancient French bronze Empire/Directoire style mantel clock with a seated female figure, a messenger pigeon and dog, an ornate bas-relief base, signed Vivin Fils à Epernay, 8-day mechanical movement striking on the demi-heure, made in France, height 49 cm, width 39 cm, depth 14 cm, weight 13 kg, antique and in good working order.

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Empire or Directory period clock

French Work circa 1800

In finely sculpted and chiseled bronze,
Golden bronze and polished with agate
The dial signed Vivin Fils in Epernay.
Surmounted by a female figure seated. A carrier pigeon carrying a message is resting on her legs. A dog is leaning on her leg.
The base decorated with a bas-relief depicting Cupid and a woman connected by a band of flowers, with one holding a bouquet of flowers and the other a crown of flowers.
The base is supported by four pin-shaped feet.

Very good condition, the clock is delivered with its original pendulum and key.

Height: 40 cm. Width: 30 cm.

Empire or Directory period clock

French Work circa 1800

In finely sculpted and chiseled bronze,
Golden bronze and polished with agate
The dial signed Vivin Fils in Epernay.
Surmounted by a female figure seated. A carrier pigeon carrying a message is resting on her legs. A dog is leaning on her leg.
The base decorated with a bas-relief depicting Cupid and a woman connected by a band of flowers, with one holding a bouquet of flowers and the other a crown of flowers.
The base is supported by four pin-shaped feet.

Very good condition, the clock is delivered with its original pendulum and key.

Height: 40 cm. Width: 30 cm.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Clock type
Figural mantel clock
Material
Bronze
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power Reserve
8 day movement
Striking
half hour, one bell
Style
Antique
Country of Origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
49 cm
Width
39 cm
Depth
14 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
Weight
13 kg
FranceVerified
920
Objects sold
83.78%
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