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Rare small Louis XVI clock "Warrior Love"

In bronze with its original gilding, the clock is in remarkable condition, entirely original. On the right, a putto wearing a helmet and spear while the attributes of war appear on the left (quiver, helmet, flags). The dial signed Dutertre à Paris indicating the hours in Roman numerals and every five minutes in Arabic numerals. The mechanism without striking, completely original and silk thread suspension. The balance wheel visible at the front, under the dial. Base in blackened and lacquered wood for optimal protection. Comprising interlacing friezes and acanthus leaves. Jean-Baptiste Dutertre, important Parisian watchmaker of the second half of the 18th century. (?-1773) Was received as a master in 1735.

This clock was overhauled in our workshop. It will be sold guaranteed for a period of 2 years.