Skip to main content
Items Similar to Large Model Empire Clock Depicting Faustulus Discovering Romulus and Remus
Odysseus and Theseus French Empire Mantle Clock by André Antoine Ravrio
Odysseus and Theseus French Empire Mantle Clock by André Antoine Ravrio
French Louis XV Ormolu Clock of Hannibal and Scipio Signed Amant
French Louis XV Ormolu Clock of Hannibal and Scipio Signed Amant
French Louis XV Style Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock
French Louis XV Style Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock
Large Antique French Empire Style Bronze and Marble Figural Clock
Large Antique French Empire Style Bronze and Marble Figural Clock
Large Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock Commemorating Napoleon
Large Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock Commemorating Napoleon
French Empire Allegorical Clock Depicting Roman Triumph and Power
French Empire Allegorical Clock Depicting Roman Triumph and Power
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 20

Large Model Empire Clock Depicting Faustulus Discovering Romulus and Remus

$11,496.58
£8,527.04
€9,770VAT Included
CA$16,131.43
A$16,390.91
CHF 9,285.95
MX$199,436.99
NOK 108,885.30
SEK 109,478.52
DKK 74,546.96

About the Item

This exceptional French Empire/Charles X mantle clock, crafted circa 1825, stands as a testament to the highest standards of bronze casting, chasing, and gilding of its era. The clock vividly portrays a key moment from Roman mythology: Faustulus, the shepherd, discovering the infant twins Romulus and Remus, who are being suckled by the she-wolf, Lupa. The partially clad figure of Faustulus is cast in patinated bronze, leaning into a rocky outcrop, his gaze directed at the she-wolf and the twin boys. The scene captures the mythological significance of this discovery, symbolizing the founding of Rome. The figures are meticulously cast in patinated bronze, adding depth and realism to the scene. This intricate composition rests on a rectangular griotte marble base, which is richly adorned with gilded bronze moldings. The two front feet of the base are designed as lion heads, nestled among fascia and cornucopia, symbolizing strength and abundance. The front of the base features a large gilded bronze plaque, intricately detailed with symbols of imperial Rome, including armor, spears, fascia, and incense burners, further emphasizing the clock's connection to Roman history and mythology. The clock's dial, a white enamel face with Roman numerals, is elegantly housed within the rocky outcrop on which Faustulus stands. It is encased in a gilded bronze bezel, adding a touch of sophistication. The timepiece features a silk string suspension movement that rings the hours and halves on a bell, ensuring both aesthetic and functional excellence. Mythological Context: In Roman mythology, Faustulus was the shepherd who discovered the infant twins Romulus and Remus along the banks of the Tiber River. The twins, who were being nurtured by the she-wolf Lupa, were taken in by Faustulus and his wife, Acca Larentia. They raised the boys as their own, and Romulus would later go on to found the city of Rome after the tragic death of his brother Remus. Specifications: Material: Patinated bronze figures, gilded bronze moldings, griotte marble base. Dial: White enamel with Roman numerals, gilded bronze bezel. Movement: Silk string suspension, ringing the hours and halves on a bell. Dimensions: 75 x 60 x 23 cm. Origin: France, circa 1825. This rare and exquisitely crafted Empire clock not only serves as a functional timepiece but also as a historical artifact, embodying the rich legacy of Roman mythology and the artistic prowess of the French Empire period.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.53 in (75 cm)Width: 23.63 in (60 cm)Depth: 9.06 in (23 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze
  • Period:
    1820-1829
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1825
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Madrid, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5779241190512

More From This Seller

View All
Monumental 19th Century Gilt Bronze Clock by Henry Marc, Paris

Monumental 19th Century Gilt Bronze Clock by Henry Marc, Paris

Monumental 19th Century Gilt Bronze Clock by Henry Marc, Paris

Located in Madrid, ES

Exceptional monumental gilt bronze mantel clock dating from the 19th century, signed on the dial by the renowned Parisian clockmaker Henry Marc, Paris, one of the most respected name...

Category

Vintage 1980s Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

LOUIS XV STYLE 19th Century MANTEL CLOCK

LOUIS XV STYLE 19th Century MANTEL CLOCK

LOUIS XV STYLE 19th Century MANTEL CLOCK

Located in Madrid, ES

LOUIS XV STYLE 19th Century MANTEL CLOCK French, in gilded bronze and marble, white enamel dial with Arabic numerals. Decorated with cupid and rooster. Marked "Samuel Marti Gold Med...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Important Empire Clock in Bronze with Two Patinas Alexander the Great 19th Cen

Important Empire Clock in Bronze with Two Patinas Alexander the Great 19th Cen

Important Empire Clock in Bronze with Two Patinas Alexander the Great 19th Cen

Located in Madrid, ES

Important Empire clock in bronze with two Patinas Alexander the Great 19th century Weight: 11.00 kg Sizes: H 51cm x L 39cm France very good condition.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Empire Mantel Clock in Mercury-Gilt Bronze, France, early 19th century

Empire Mantel Clock in Mercury-Gilt Bronze, France, early 19th century

Empire Mantel Clock in Mercury-Gilt Bronze, France, early 19th century

Located in Madrid, ES

Empire mantel clock in mercury-gilt bronze, France, early 19th century Magnificent French Empire-era clock, made in mercury-gilt bronze with a fine allegorical scene: an angel playin...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Large Bronze Clock Signed Clodion 19th Century

Large Bronze Clock Signed Clodion 19th Century

Large Bronze Clock Signed Clodion 19th Century

By Claude Michel Clodion

Located in Madrid, ES

LARGE BRONZE CLOCK SIGNED CLODION 90X60X36 CM IN PAVONE AND GOLDEN BRONZE.TOP QUALITY.OVER 40 KG.GOOD CONDITION.THE MECHANISM WORKS. very good cond...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Baroque Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Clodion Signed Very Large and Heavy Bronze Clock, the Bronze is Gilded 19th Cent

Clodion Signed Very Large and Heavy Bronze Clock, the Bronze is Gilded 19th Cent

Clodion Signed Very Large and Heavy Bronze Clock, the Bronze is Gilded 19th Cent

By Clodion France

Located in Madrid, ES

Very large and heavy bronze clock,the bronze is gilded and patinated. The work of the bronze i very fine quality. Signed:CLODION. 90 cm high and 50 kg aprox 19th century very go...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

You May Also Like

French Empire Allegorical Clock Depicting Roman Triumph and Power

French Empire Allegorical Clock Depicting Roman Triumph and Power

French Empire Allegorical Clock Depicting Roman Triumph and Power

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A figural gilt bronze French Empire clock, ‘Allegory to Triumph and Power’. A Roman emperor stands to the right of the central rectangular plinth housing the movement; atop the plint...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Odysseus and Theseus French Empire Mantle Clock by André Antoine Ravrio

Odysseus and Theseus French Empire Mantle Clock by André Antoine Ravrio

Odysseus and Theseus French Empire Mantle Clock by André Antoine Ravrio

Located in New Orleans, LA

Odysseus and Theseus French Empire Mantel Clock André Antoine Ravrio Circa 1800 This monumental Empire mantel clock by André Antoine Ravrio, whose case is crafted entirely of gilded...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Large Antique French Empire Style Bronze and Marble Figural Clock

Large Antique French Empire Style Bronze and Marble Figural Clock

Large Antique French Empire Style Bronze and Marble Figural Clock

Located in New York, NY

The large and elegant antique French Empire style bronze and marble figural clock features a rectangular stepped base of dark green marble, raised on four gilt bronze feet cast with ...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Palace Size Louis XVI Style Dore, Patinated Bronze Carrara Marble Figural Clock

Palace Size Louis XVI Style Dore, Patinated Bronze Carrara Marble Figural Clock

Palace Size Louis XVI Style Dore, Patinated Bronze Carrara Marble Figural Clock

Located in New York, NY

Palace size antique Louis XVI style museum quality Carrara marble, Dore and patinated bronze sculptural mantel clock signed Mannheim a Paris 19th Century Centered enamel dial signed ...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze, Enamel

More Ways To Browse

Large Antique Desk Desks
Large Desk Antique Furniture
Patinated Bronze Figures
Antique Bezel Ring
Clock Dial Face
Roman Keys
Romulus And Remus
Empire Clock Large
Antique Gold Roman Ring With Two Heads
Charles X Mantle Clock
Silver English Clock
World Desk Clocks
George Iii Bracket Clock
Gubelin Clock
Hermes Clock
Rotating Clock
Small Desk Clock
Cartier Alarm Clocks
View All Popular Table Clocks and Desk Clocks Searches