Gilt Rococo Mantel Clock from Dupont De Paris, 1850

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Gorgeous antique French Rococo gilt mantel clock Circa 1850 Signed to the clock face 'Dupont a Paris' who worked at … Read more Gorgeous antique French Rococo gilt mantel clock Circa 1850 Signed to the clock face 'Dupont a Paris' who worked at Rue St Martin from 1850-1860 Eight day duration movement chiming on the hour A highly decorative French Rococo gilt mantel clock, richly cast with scrolling acanthus, shell motifs and exuberant asymmetrical curves typical of the mid-19th-century Rococo Revival The case is finished in a bright gilt tone that highlights the depth of the carving and the swirling, organic forms The circular dial features Roman numerals and delicate blued-steel hands, framed by a reeded bezel Bought from a dealer on Marche de Biron at Paris antiques markets Height: 34cm (13.4") Length: 24cm (9.4") Depth: 15cm (5.9") See less