Empire gilt bronze clock Venus and Cupid (Aphrodite and Love)

Empire gilt bronze clock Venus and Cupid (Aphrodite and Love)
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Empire period, circa 1815.
Antique gilt bronze clock,
Depicting Venus wearing a diadem in front of a mirror held up by Cupid.
The two figures, seated on clouds, frame the movement.
Richly decorated interior, pedestal table and footrest,
Antique-style friezes guilloché with griffins and round loves.
Egg-shaped base and counter base supported by 6 claw feet.
Magnificent original mercury gilding, slight wear to the back.
Large white enameled dial, signed by the watchmaker ''Guyon, Pte du Temple à Lyon''.
Complete movement with anchor escapement, silk thread suspension,
In perfect working order, serviced by a specialized watchmaker.
Hour and half-hour chimes.
Height: 49 cm x W. 39 cm X D. 14 cm

Literature :
Elke Niehüser - Die Französische Bronzeuhr. Page 211 Fig.322.

Ref: 3DCGMQDKYT

Style Empire Style, Consulat (Table Clocks and Desk Clocks of Empire Style, Consulat Style)
Period 19th century (Table Clocks and Desk Clocks 19th century)
Country of origin France
Height (cm) 49
Materials Gilt bronze
Shipping Time Ready to ship in 2-3 Business Days
Location 75002, Paris, France
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