Louis XVI Period Portico Clock 1780

Object discription

About 'Louis XVI Period Portico Clock 1780'

Louis Seize pendule late 18ct

Materials: The clock is made of white marble and gilded bronze (bronze doré), which gives it a luxurious look.

Decorations: The decorations are very detailed and rich, including gilded flowers, garlands and leaf motifs
.
Columns: The two black columns with gold leaf motifs give the clock an architectural and stately appearance.

Dial: The clock has a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and elegantly designed gold-plated hands.

Pendulum: Below the dial hangs a beautifully decorated pendulum, possibly depicting a classical scene.

Top: The top of the clock is decorated with a gilded eagle, a common symbol in the Empire style, which radiates power and grandeur.

Movement 8 day running which strikes on bell every half hour.