Francesco Flora (1857-XX) Figurative Art Nouveau pendulum clock - Height 80 cm - zinc alloy with bronze-colored and multicolored patina - Around 1900
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€ 300
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Selected by Michel Karis
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Estimate € 700 - € 800
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This circa 1900 French mechanical figurative clock in Art Nouveau style is made of zinc alloy with a bronze-coloured, multicoloured patina.
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Description from the seller
Large and highly detailed XXL sculpture with globe clock. Made by the well-known Italian artist Francesco Flora (1857-XX)
- The sculpture is signed F. Flora and bears a foundry mark, “Fabrication Française, Paris” Made in France. (See photos.)
- This is a genuine collector’s item, as it is rarely, if ever, offered for sale anywhere.
A beautiful scene featuring several lovely, highly detailed details and attributes.
- Francesco Flora was a very prolific and well-known Italian sculptor who produced many works of art in the Art Nouveau style during his career.
- The sculpture has a very beautiful bronze-colored, multicolored patina.
- The clock has a porcelain dial with beautiful decoration and clear numerals.
- The movement is in excellent condition and runs very well. The movement is also signed.
- The movement is fitted at the front with glass in a beautifully crafted bronze door. It is also protected at the back. (See photos.)
- Comes with key and pendulum.
- The total dimensions of the item are:
Height 80 cm / Width 46 cm / Depth 29 cm.
- The total weight is 12 kg.
This beautiful item will be carefully packed and shipped promptly and insured. (Please do not request shipping to Asia or the United States. Shipping to Asia and the US is at the buyer’s own risk.)
Large and highly detailed XXL sculpture with globe clock. Made by the well-known Italian artist Francesco Flora (1857-XX)
- The sculpture is signed F. Flora and bears a foundry mark, “Fabrication Française, Paris” Made in France. (See photos.)
- This is a genuine collector’s item, as it is rarely, if ever, offered for sale anywhere.
A beautiful scene featuring several lovely, highly detailed details and attributes.
- Francesco Flora was a very prolific and well-known Italian sculptor who produced many works of art in the Art Nouveau style during his career.
- The sculpture has a very beautiful bronze-colored, multicolored patina.
- The clock has a porcelain dial with beautiful decoration and clear numerals.
- The movement is in excellent condition and runs very well. The movement is also signed.
- The movement is fitted at the front with glass in a beautifully crafted bronze door. It is also protected at the back. (See photos.)
- Comes with key and pendulum.
- The total dimensions of the item are:
Height 80 cm / Width 46 cm / Depth 29 cm.
- The total weight is 12 kg.
This beautiful item will be carefully packed and shipped promptly and insured. (Please do not request shipping to Asia or the United States. Shipping to Asia and the US is at the buyer’s own risk.)
Details
Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
No
Clock type
Francesco Flora (1857-XX) Figurative Art Nouveau pendulum clock - Height 80 cm
Material
zinc alloy with bronze-colored and multicolored patina
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
more day movement
Striking
half hour, one bell
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
80 cm
Width
46 cm
Depth
29 cm
Estimated period
Around 1900
Weight
12 kg
Winding key
Yes
