A Rare Empire Gilt Bronze Library, Figural Mantel Clock, by "Cleret" of Paris.

19th century

Sold by Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria

Description

The gilt bronze clock case having a library bookcase next to a classical female figure, holding a book and pen.

The base depicting two Angels, one also holding a book and a pen.

First quarter of the 19th century. The movement stamped "CLERET". Circa 1820.

Silk suspension 8 day movement, striking the hours and half hours on a bell.

Measurements :

43cm high.

28.5cm wide

13cm deep

Weight approximately 6kl

Declaration

Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA828915

Dealers Internal Reference

S0421

Dealers Notes

Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria, Portobello Road

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Description

The gilt bronze clock case having a library bookcase next to a classical female figure, holding a book and pen.

The base depicting two Angels, one also holding a book and a pen.

First quarter of the 19th century. The movement stamped "CLERET". Circa 1820.

Silk suspension 8 day movement, striking the hours and half hours on a bell.

Measurements :

43cm high.

28.5cm wide

13cm deep

Weight approximately 6kl

Date of Manufacture

Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria has dated this piece to the 19th Century.