Louis XVI Allegorical Clock In Biscuit "uranie" 18th Century Period

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Object description :

"Louis XVI Allegorical Clock In Biscuit "uranie" 18th Century Period "

Neoclassical school from the end of the 18th century: "Urania or the allegory of Astronomy".
Allegorical clock in biscuit porcelain,
Representing: Urania, muse of astronomy, hand placed on the world, looking towards the sky.
Sitting on the movement with a large enamelled dial with Arabic numerals, finely chiseled gilt bronze hands.
The whole supported by four griffins.
Rectangular base decorated with a gilt bronze scraper decoration.
Movement in perfect working order, anchor escapement and silk thread suspension.
Louis XVI period circa 1780.
Height 40 cm x W 23.5 cm x D 14 cm

Price: 1 650 €

Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 16th, Directory
Condition: Excellent condition

Material: Biscuit
Height: 40

Reference: 1436651