Rare Empire-style bronze pendulum mantel clock, ‘Chronos steals time’, c. 1820
Key facts
- Country of manufacture
- France
- Production time
- around 1820
Description
Unusual bronze pendulum clock ‘Chronos Steals Time’ from France, circa 1820 A pedestal of red marble and fire-gilded bronze, supported by four feet and divided by an acanthus-leaf moulding, with the winged Chronos standing in the centre, carrying time on his back; in his right hand he holds his scythe. The plinth is made of red Italian marble, with repairs and a chip on the reverse. The case is in good condition for its age; the original burnishing is still very well preserved. Guilloché, silver-plated dial with Roman numerals, snake-patterned bezel Blued Breguet hands. The movement features a going and striking mechanism for the full and half hours on a single bell, an anchor escapement, and a power reserve of 14 days; the movement has been expertly overhauled and is fully functional. A matching pendulum and 1 key are included. A very unusual piece, not recorded as such in the literature. See photographs for further details. Height: 45 cm Width: 24 cm Depth: 10 cm