An attractive mantel clock in bronze-patinated metal with fire-gilt ornaments. French, Louis Phillipe dating from around 1840–1850. The bronze-patinated case features beautifully detailed ornamentation. The front displays allegories of the arts, including personifications of painting and sculpture alongside an easel and a bust. Dancing nymphs appear on both sides, topped by stylized lion heads. The base of the clock features a wide band of acanthus leaves interspersed with rosettes. The dial is made of silver-plated brass with turned rings and painted numerals, and it features Breguet-style hands. The pendulum length adjustment mechanism is located at the top of the dial. The 8-day French movement strikes the hours and half-hours on a bell. The clock is in good working order and comes with a winding key. Note: Transport can affect the functionality of a mechanical clock. It may cause issues with the pendulum's swing (leading to irregular timekeeping). Adjusting this requires some expertise. Dimensions: Height = 29 cm Width = 14 cm Depth = 12.5 cm