Chariot De Seine 1st Era Telemarcus Chariot Of Blessing Of A Beauty

Seine Chariot 1st period type: Telemarcus Uniquely beautiful blessing chariot 8 day movement with rope pendulum Full and half hour striking mechanism on small silver bell Original 1st gilding in perfect condition The pendulum comes with a full warranty Antique French gilt bronze clock for chariot/chariot of the victory of the Empire. The beautiful figure of Telemachus stands on his chariot and is pulled by two patinated horses, at the front of the chariot is the head of a roaring lion, behind Telemachus stands Athena, the warrior goddess with her helmet and in her left hand a shield with the head of Medusa and in her right hand a spear, the chariot and horses on a rectangular base decorated at each corner with rising axe heads French clockwork movement circa 1810. The clockwork mechanism is located in the wheel of the chariot. 8-day spring movement with anchor escapement and silk suspension balance, half-hour striking mechanism on bell. Blued steel hands. Like many important character clocks created during Napoleon's reign, this one tells the story of one of the ancient heroes whose courageous deeds embodied the spirit of Napoleon's empire. As such, it illustrates the adventures of Telemachus, son of Odysseus and his beautiful wife Penelope. According to Homer's Odyssey, Telemachus was persuaded by the gods to seek out his father after his failure to return at the end of the Trojan Wars. Because Telemachus' family tried to keep him at home, Athena disguised herself as Telemachus' former tutor named Mentor. Thus, Telemachus is depicted here in his chariot with a lion's head symbolizing good luck.