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Louis XVI Gilt Bronze, Marble, and Porcelain Pendule a Cercles Tourants Rotary Clock, late 18th century, surmounted by a bird … Read more Louis XVI Gilt Bronze, Marble, and Porcelain Pendule a Cercles Tourants Rotary Clock, late 18th century, surmounted by a bird holding a wreath and tassels, over drum shape movement, the exposed bell striking movement with anchor escapement, silk suspension and sun mask pendulum driving two horizontal enamel chapter rings signed Festeau, raised on pillared base centering putto with flower basket and oval plinth, all on toupie feet. 17.25" H x 10" W x 5.75" D. Provenance: Sotheby's, London, 17 December 1997, Lot 209. From a New York City Collection. Note: The signature is probably that of Simon-Francois Festeau, recorded at rue Saint-Martin, 1772-8, rue Montmorency, 1780, and rue Montorgueil, 1789. Between 1776-81, he was charged with the upkeep of the clock in the Bastille. See less
- Dimensions
- 10ʺW × 5.75ʺD × 17.25ʺH
- Styles
- Louis XVI
- Neoclassical
- Period
- Late 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Marble
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gold
- Condition Notes
- Overall good condition. Fleabites and minor chips to marble rims, age related tarnish to ormolu. Overall good condition. Fleabites and minor chips to marble rims, age related tarnish to ormolu. less
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