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Magnificent and Large Lyre Pendulum `` With Swans ''
Charles X period.
Original lyre structure formed by two swans with outstretched wings,
Framing the chiseled bronze movement of a figure of Apollo with a lyre riding a dolphin,
Supported by a pedestal carved with acanthus leaves,
Resting on a square base with legs in the shape of stylized dolphins.
Rich ornamentation of finely chiseled and gilded bronze: acanthus leaves, laurel wreaths and palm leaves ...
Superb workmanship.
Beautiful shine of the original mercury gilding.
Guilloché gilt bronze dial with enamelled cartridges with Arabic numerals.
Glass door to the rear.
Original movement edited by the famous Honoré Pons clock *
* Pierre-César Honoré Pons, (1773- 1851) Clockmaker and clock maker active in Paris from 1803 to 1846.
In good working order, strikes the hours and half-hours.
Breguet-type partridge-eye hands, balance, brass gong and key provided.
Dimensions: H: 57 x W: 26 x D: 17cm
Very rare Museum model in perfect condition.
Listed in the KJELLBERG `` Encyclopédie de la pendule française '' p. 425 (photo)
Ref: 4LXXAB6AHR