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FRENCH, LOUIS XVI PERIOD MARBLE AND ORMOLU PORTICO CLOCK

 

A large Louis XVI ormolu and marble portico clock, the enameled dial with Roman numerals, and subsidiary calendar and minute chapter rings, signed Gavelle L'Aine (1753-1802). The barrel-shaped case surmounted by a gilt bronze figure of a Guerrier, in martial attitude, flanked by chained black marble pillars with finials modeled with martial trophies, the bases applied with gilt swags, chains and tassels and set on a shaped, stepped and galleried white marble base. The pierced and boat-shaped pendulum is centered by a sunburst, flanked by cockerels.


This is an exceptionally large and well-made clock by a celebrated maker.

 

Width 18.5"

Depth 7.25"

Height 26.75"

A large Louis XVI ormolu and marble portico clock by Gavelle L'Aine (1753-1802)

  • Please contact Dealer for more information

    GRAND CENTRAL INC.

    Montréal, Quebec

    514 935 1467

    info@grandcentralinc.ca

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