Lagarde Gilt And Patina Bronze French Large Mantel Clock 19th Century Antique

Important French clock in the style of Charles X and marked by "Lagarde", has a rectangular base supported by feet in the shape of mythological heads of Satyrs, and at the top a statue of a young shepherd playing flute, reminds us of the allegory of music. Top quality work of gold-plated and patinated bronze built as mantel clock, renowned French clock maker active in 1870s in Paris, Pont-aux-Choux 6, and represented in museums around the world. Antique figural mantel (desk, shelf) clock, gilt - patinated bronze, 19th century, signed.
Size app.: 53.5 cm (roughly 21.1 in) high, 36 cm (roughly 14.2 in) wide, 13.5 cm (roughly 5.3 in) deep. Very good condition, minor age and usage wear, movement runs and strikes – but we don’t guarantee accuracy of time and functionality overall. Please study good resolution images for overall cosmetic condition. In person actual item may appear darker or brighter than in our pictures, strictly depending on sufficient light in your environment. Weight of app. 11.5 kg is going to measure some 15 kg packed for shipmed.
Referring to a very short period, the Charles X (1824-1830) style designation is nonetheless significant because it allows us to detect some specific elements of the taste of the time. It can be considered the last phase of the Revival, in which uses the demands and demand of the ruling class for a newly discovered taste for gothic. Charles X style сharacterized by wavy lines, which oppose the more squared ones of the Empire style, it mainly gilded and patinated bronze is used, with small external metal appliques.