Late 19th Century French Egyptian Revival Patinated Bronze and Marble Mantle Clock

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The clock having domed trapezoidal case, dome with bronze relief to front depicting a partial gilt Egyptian goddess, Isis, flanked … Read more The clock having domed trapezoidal case, dome with bronze relief to front depicting a partial gilt Egyptian goddess, Isis, flanked by cobras and lotus scrolls, red marble ribbed columns to sides, clock face with gilt egg-and-dart border, gilt hands and mounts, clock face engraved BIGELOW KENNARD & CO. BOSTON, double-barrel clock movement by Achille Brocot, down to chained sphinx protruding from lower case, raised on stepped plinth. This vintage mantle clock is designed in rouge & black marble accented with sculpted Egyptian motifs makes a definite decorative statement. This mantle clock has a black face with Roman numerals and is encased behind a hinged glass door. A wonderfully detailed sphinx dominates the position beneath the clock face and the entire ensemble rests on a substantial black marble base. The clock has a key wind movement. Although the clock runs and has all its essential parts, it may require a cleaning/service to keep time. See less