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French Empire Period Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock of Ceres, circa 1815

Offered by: SILLA

Description
A fine Empire period mantel clock with bun feet raising a rectangular base with a central portrait of Bacchus flanked by exquisitely chiseled motif of swirling foliage surmounted by a figure of the goddess Ceres grasping in her lowered hand a wreath woven with foliage and berries while in her garment she collects a bountiful harvest; she rests beside the clock tower with a framed lens opening to access the white enamel dial with black Roman numerals inscribed Etn. Tavernier set with Breguet style hands, raising an urn filled with fruits of the soil; against the tower rest the implements of labor, a shovel and flat rake. The movement is engraved "B". A significant clock movement maker, Etienne Tavernier (French, 1756-1839) is listed in Tardy's horology reference as working closely with the house of Abraham-Louis Breguet as well as providing clock movements to the house of Robin. Measurements: 17 1/4" H x 5" D x 13" W.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Ormolu Bronze
Condition:	Good. none
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Empire
Dealer Reference #:	104HWG22Z
Incollect Reference #:	848393

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Silla, Ltd. is a family-owned antique gallery located at 117 W Burd St., Shippensburg, PA 17257, specializing in 19th and early 20th century bronze sculptures and unique period furniture. For more information or to schedule a visit, contact us at sales@sillafineantiques.com or call 717.708.9017.

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