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French Charles X malachite, lapis lazuli, and gilt bronze figurative clock

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
French Charles X malachite, lapis lazuli, and gilt bronze figurative clock
French, c. 1830
Height 75cm, width 53cm, depth 23cm

This fine mantel clock is a superb example of the Charles X style. The clock, wrought from malachite, lapis lazuli, and gilt bronze, features the distinctive feature of most Charles X period clocks: a large sculptural surmount. In the present clock, the sculptural surmount depicts Urania, Greek muse of astronomy. She is accompanied by a lapis lazuli globe and a pile of gilt bronze books, which indicate her learning.

Beneath Urania is the malachite clock drum, inset with a circular silvered dial set within a gilt bronze bezel moulded with zodiacal signs. The sculptural surmount is supported by a stepped malachite base mounted with gilt bronze elements, including a blind cartouche. The clock is raised on scrolled feet.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Ormolu.
Creation Date:	1830
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	16756
Incollect Reference #:	687803

Dimensions

W.	20.87 in;	H.	29.53 in;	D.	9.06 in;
W.	53 cm;	H.	75 cm;	D.	23 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.