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Jean-Simon Deverberie (1764-1824).
Rare mantelpiece clock called "au char de l'Amour" in bronze very finely chased, gilded and patinated.
In a case designed by the famous bronzier Jean-Simon Deverberie.
Paris, Empire period, circa 1810.
Superb composition presenting a love, standing on his chariot, guiding two fiery horses in patinated bronze.
The eyes of the character and the horses in enamel.
The "skeleton" movement with a partially enameled ring dial is inscribed in the wheel of the chariot, revealing the wheels in action.
Reinforced at the back by a superb dragon spitting flames.
Rectangular base decorated with bas-reliefs of loves, quivers and torches. Feet claws of lion.
Original 8-day movement with anchor escapement and silk suspension balance, striking every half hour on the brass gong, blued steel Breguet hands.
Revised by a specialized watchmaker, in perfect working condition.
Dimensions: W 48.5 x H 39 x D14.5 cm
Model listed in various specialized dictionaries.
A similar model is kept in the François Duesberg Museum in Mons (François Duesberg Museum, Decorative Arts 1775-1825, Brussels, 2004, p.38).
Ref: W0PIHRDN7H
| Condition | Very good |
| Style | Empire Style, Consulat (Table Clocks and Desk Clocks of Empire Style, Consulat Style) |
| Period | 19th century (Table Clocks and Desk Clocks 19th century) |
| Artist | Jean-Simon Deverberie (1764-1824) |
| Length (cm) | 49 |
| Height (cm) | 40 |
| Materials | Bronze |
| Shipping Time | Ready to ship in 2-3 Business Days |
| Location | 75002, Paris, France |
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