" "glory Of Napoleon I": Large Clock "in Siena Marble And Bronze From The First Empire Period"
Ornamental and with its wire mechanism, this remarkable clock with the effigy of Napoleon I and from the First Empire period around 1810 is of Prisienne manufacture. Chiseled bronze with natural patina and finely assembled veined ochre marble from Siena (Italy). A beautiful large piece, this "borne" clock with majesty in steps with all the ornaments of the First Empire; star eagle leading victory, laurel wreath, terrestrial globe and flag to conquer the world. And this beautiful large Napoleon proudly standing wearing his emblematic bicorne, his hand as usual worn on his waistcoat. Very expressive and beautifully chiseled, it has finely chiseled spurs like the entire statue, which I would not be short of praise for its many details... Notably wearing its famous bicorne.... An exceptional imposing piece in good new working condition, clean, untouched, in perfect condition, in short, a quality piece for Empire enthusiasts, the silvery sound of its brass (silver and bronze) timbre will mark the passage of the hours and half hours marking your day in the living room where elegantly placed this quality piece, whether on a piece of furniture or a fireplace, will mark the oriented decoration with its beautiful presence. The silvered bronze dial and black numbers will indicate the time of day to you thanks to its blackened steel hands.