An exceptional Louis Seize mantel clock.

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Limburg Antiquairs
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Name
An exceptional Louis Seize mantel clock.
Reference
LIMA100779
Colors
Gold, White, Black
Categories
Decorative Arts Clocks Mantel Clocks
Materials
Black Marble Marble
Periods
18th Century Louis Seize, 1795 Antique
Origins
France
Description

Dark patinated winged sphinxes, each resting on a white marble plate, carry the clockwork,

The clock is embellished with an ormolu drapery and crowned with an ormolu eagle.

The whole is placed on a black marble pedestal, decorated with an ormolu ornament depicting playing putti.

The eagle with a burning torch in each paw radiates power and domination.

Thinking power and physical strength are symbolized by the sphinxes.

This clock was made in France at the end of the 18th century.

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