Lot 302 , A 19th century French bronze and ormolu Empire style mantel clock, 18.75in.

A 19th century French bronze and ormolu Empire style mantel clock, 18.75in.

A 19th century French bronze and ormolu Empire style mantel clock, decorated with Cupid and Psyche and the signs of the Zodiac, silk suspension movement stamped Pons and Gillion, 18.75in.
Estimate £700-1,000

Overall very good condition.
Original slightly matt gilt finish is slightly dirty with two small spots noted on Cupid at the shoulder and leg.
Hands look original.
Silk suspension movement in good order, numbered 268 as is the back of the case.
No back door (or sign of there ever being one).
Comes with a pendulum but no key.


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