This exquisite French Louis XVIII mantle clock dates back to around 1820. The clock features an 8-day movement and rests on a rectangular gilt metal base adorned with intricate cast leaf decorations. Its design includes a pierced apron and elegant bracket feet that add to its charm.
At the top of the clock stands a cast brass figure portraying a reclining lady in traditional 18th-century attire, adding a touch of sophistication to the piece. The clock boasts a Parisian drum movement with a silk suspension and a silvered dial. The dial is embellished with Roman numerals and steel moon hands, adding to the clock's classic appeal.
The clock is equipped with a countwheel striking movement that chimes the hours and half-hours on a bell, creating a melodious and timeless atmosphere. This beautiful timepiece comes complete with its pendulum and key, ready to grace any mantelpiece or display cabinet with its elegance and history.
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