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French Empire Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock by Blanc Fils, Early 19th C.

$4,950
£3,737.12
€4,374.04
CA$7,033.95
A$7,154.20
CHF 4,090.89
MX$86,535.87
NOK 47,931.59
SEK 47,920.07
DKK 32,698.43

About the Item

This unusual clock signed Blanc Fils Palais Royal is modelled as a library, flanked by two seated children engrossed in books with a bookcase in the background. It is crisply modelled and of a fine warm color, with enamelled dial and blued steel hands. It stands on a conforming wooden base. The mechanism is an early 8 day rope/silk pendulum movement. Mantel Clock can be found in the book La Pendule Francaise Pierre Kjellberg page 430.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Style:
    Charles X (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1810
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: One book has been replaced. Wear consistent with age and use. One Book being read has been replaced.
  • Seller Location:
    Montreal, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: D29661stDibs: LU875310620251

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