Magnificent and large clock, very decorative, very unusual at the time. It is composed of gilded bronze with mercury and patinated bronze. It reveals a sublime war scene with the figure of two knights, one of whom is wounded and Pierre Terrail, Lord of Bayard, the fearless and blameless knight, valiantly supporting and defending his comrade in the face of enemies.
Period: Restoration - Circa: 1820.
Style: Troubadour, Middle Ages - Provenance: France.
Dimensions: Height: 53cm x Width: 37cm x Depth: 14cm.
Completely revised by a professional watchmaker - Original movement without modification, silk thread suspensions, hour and half hour strike on an old bell...
Category
French Louis XV Antique 1820s Mantel Clocks