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A Charles Xth Ormolu Figural Mantel Clock ( 1825 )
| Price: | gbp 4900.00 (Pound Sterling) |
| Dimensions: | 35.50cm wide 47.60cm high 12.70cm deep (13.98 inches wide 18.74 inches high 5.00 inches deep) |
| Description: |
The clock stands on a rectangular base with a well finished frieze depicting Amor and Psyche within a classical landscape with attendant cherubs. Attributes of fidelity and friendship are represented by the ivy covered tree trunk and a dog laying at their feet. The clock movement with white enamel dial is held within a rectangualar case on which the winged figure of Amor sits holding a butterfly (representing Psyche's soul ) up to the eternal flame of life and in his left hand , a rose. Also leaning on the left hand side is Amor's bow with swan headed terminations and a quiver is placed on top through a flower wreath (symbolizing the triumph of love and fidelity). The eight day movement stikes on a bell and the pendulum is silk suspended. |
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