Lyre clock - Antieke Franse lierpendule - Bronze, Marble - 1800-1850

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€ 900
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Paula Martin-Calero Toro
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Selected by Paula Martin-Calero Toro

Holds a degree in art history; over six years cataloguing and appraising antiques.

Estimate  € 2,400 - € 2,800
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€900
IT
€850
NL
€800

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Antique French Empire lyre clock with bronze and white marble, mechanical movement with a multi‑day power reserve, dating to ca. 1800–1850, height 48 cm, width 19 cm, depth 12 cm, weight 7 kg, winding key included.

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Exceptionally beautiful antique French Empire lyre clock, superbly executed in fire-gilded bronze and white marble.

This imposing timepiece is richly decorated at the top with the head of the sun god Apollo, flanked by graceful swan heads that together hold a garland.

The finely pierced bronze dial features enamelled cartouches, and the clock has a characteristic wire suspension.

The pendule rests on an elegant white marble base, richly decorated with gilded bronze ornaments, including a fire basket and butterflies.

This remarkable timepiece is of French origin and dates from the early 19th century. A beautiful and decorative example of the refined French Empire style.

Dimensions: 48 cm high × 19 cm wide × 12 cm deep.

All our clocks have been fully overhauled and are in excellent condition. Of course they run properly and are supplied complete with pendulum, key, and our guarantee of proper functioning.

Exceptionally beautiful antique French Empire lyre clock, superbly executed in fire-gilded bronze and white marble.

This imposing timepiece is richly decorated at the top with the head of the sun god Apollo, flanked by graceful swan heads that together hold a garland.

The finely pierced bronze dial features enamelled cartouches, and the clock has a characteristic wire suspension.

The pendule rests on an elegant white marble base, richly decorated with gilded bronze ornaments, including a fire basket and butterflies.

This remarkable timepiece is of French origin and dates from the early 19th century. A beautiful and decorative example of the refined French Empire style.

Dimensions: 48 cm high × 19 cm wide × 12 cm deep.

All our clocks have been fully overhauled and are in excellent condition. Of course they run properly and are supplied complete with pendulum, key, and our guarantee of proper functioning.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Manufacturer/brand
Antieke Franse lierpendule
Clock type
Lyre clock
Material
Bronze, Marble
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
more day movement
Striking
half hour, one bell
Country of origin
France
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In working order
Yes
Height
48 cm
Width
19 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
Weight
7 kg
Winding key
Yes
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Objects sold
100%
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