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19th Century Neoclassical Mantel Clock with Orpheus Figure in Bronze

$2,938.48per set
£2,184.24per set
€2,500per setVAT Included
CA$4,119.35per set
A$4,182.86per set
CHF 2,387.80per set
MX$50,542.77per set
NOK 28,048.63per set
SEK 27,972.10per set
DKK 19,063.29per set

About the Item

Neoclassical mantel clock composed of patinated and fire-gilded bronze with white marble. The movement is positioned on the right, finely chiseled and adorned with laurel appliqués. Atop the clock sits a decorative arrangement of musical instruments. To the left, the figure of Orpheus stands on a small pedestal, playing his lyre. The rectangular base is encircled by a gilt egg-and-dart frieze (kymation) and rests on acanthus leaf feet. The front is embellished with a lyre motif flanked by laurel branches.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.63 in (27 cm)Width: 7.68 in (19.5 cm)Depth: 2.96 in (7.5 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Greding, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 063-02361stDibs: LU1014244909002

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