Clock - Antique - Gilt bronze - 1800-1850

This object is the inner part (the movement and dial) of an antique French Empire mantel clock. The dial is signed by the well-known Paris clockmaker Lesieur à Paris, who was active in the early 19th century. Characteristics of the movement Dating: Produced in the early Empire period, circa 1800–1820. Dial: A classical, white fire-enamelled dial with black Roman numerals. The elegant, dark hands contrast with the white enamel. Winding holes: There are two winding holes (around IIII and VIII). This indicates a mechanical movement with two fusees: one for the going train (time) and one for the striking train (usually on the hour and half hour on a bell). Regulation axis: Just above the XII there is a small hole. This indicates a so-called Brocot regulation (or similar early system), with which the speed of the pendulum could be finely adjusted manually at the front with a key. Case: The bezel (the metal rim) is made of brass or fire-gilded bronze (ormolu), typical of high-quality Parisian clock production from this period.