"Gilt Bronze Clock, Representing Louis XIV Young In War Chief's Outfit? 19th Century."
Gilded bronze clock, finely chiseled, representing King Louis XIV, as an allegory of the war leader, dressed in an antique cuirass, holding the baton of command and his sword. On the dial, a plumed helmet and a laurel crown. Rectangular base bearing the King's number, helmets, military palms, of the Order of the Holy Spirit. Period 1st Empire, early 19th century. Working condition, keys, small chips on the dial.