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Lyre-shaped clock decorated with fauns and garlands. A superb Louis XVI period clock, crafted from finely chiseled and gilded bronze, adorned with white statuary marble. This refined model is distinguished by its richly ornamented decoration: two allegorical figures of winged satyrs or fauns frame the dial, recalling the mythological influence so dear to the neoclassical style of the 18th century.
The base rests on four lion paw-shaped feet, topped by a molded plinth of veined white marble, highlighting the elegance of the gilded bronze with motifs of foliage, garlands, medallions, and ribbon bows. The upper part is crowned with a covered vase, flanked by stylized dolphins, another emblematic symbol of the period.
The white enameled dial, with Roman numerals for the hours and Arabic numerals for the minutes, is signed, probably by a Parisian clockmaker (signature to be confirmed), and features period openwork hands. Original wire-suspension movement, in untested condition.
A fine example of 20th-century decorative clockmaking, demonstrating the exceptional craftsmanship of Parisian bronze makers and the harmony of noble materials.
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