Directoire Portico Clock - Late 18th Century Clockmaking

Directoire portico clock signed Gentilhomme, Palais Royal in Paris

Superb portico clock in gilded and chiseled bronze, made during the Directoire (1795-1799).
It rests on an elegant rectangular white marble base, decorated with finely chiseled gilded ornaments.

The architecture is composed of two richly decorated columns, highlighting figures of Egyptian goddesses and foliage motifs. The white enamel dial, highlighted by an outline of palmettes, is supported by two majestic griffins. The whole is crowned with a flower basket, giving this piece remarkable harmony and refinement.

Characteristics:

Signature: Gentilhomme, Palais Royal in Paris
Period: Directoire (1795-1799)
Materials: Gilded and chiseled bronze, white marble

Dimensions:

- Height 55 cm
- Width 32.8 cm
- Depth 9.6 cm

Condition: Good general condition, working movement

Please note: Small defect and slight lack at the level of the number IV "IIII" on the dial (see photos)

This exceptional clock perfectly illustrates the refinement and know-how of French watchmaking at the end of the 18th
century.



- General conditions of sale -

    If possible, Payment should be made (+ or -) 2/3 days after the order.

     1st - 4 - Types of Payment accepted:(+ Transport-packaging costs depending on the area).

(1) - PAYPAL:Simple, Fast, Guarantee and insurance.
(2) - TRANSFER: Iban Bank: BPS FR76 1660 7002 7109 3346 0201 534. (recommend)
(3) - CHECK: Only French: ANTIQUE DEALER David SEGALA  3 Rue Fontanilles Bat f6 48000 MENDE-Occitanie. 
(4) - CASH: Advisor by hand, shipments are always at your own risk, we will not accept any complaints.

      - 5 packaging costs + transport :
(a) France : €80
(b)  EU Union, Switzerland : €90
(c) Eastern Europe (outside the EU and Switzerland), Norway, Maghreb : €100
(d)  Africa excluding Maghreb, Canada, United States, Near and Middle East : €110
(e)  Asia, Oceania, Rest of the World : €120

     2nd - 2 types of Shipping-Delivery possible:

1st) - By Carriers: Colissino, Edet...(always with Tracking Number)
         (The packages are always packaged by me (with Care and Overprotection),(possibility on pallet “and or” crate) and entrusted to the carrier at(+ or -) 3/4 working days after payment into my account of the total with costs, Any customs duties requested by the country from the customer upon arrival are due by the buyer.

2nd) - 3 Possibilities of personal delivery subject to collection in full or payment of Deposit.
         (issue of an essential receipt by return email and must be given upon delivery or collection).

(1) - Welcome you with joy to MENDE in LOZERE-Occitanie-France for a little stroll and collect your property (no fees).

(2) - For Merchants only I am on the Inter-Nations-Professional Bimonthly Unpackings of CIPOLAT-S.A. in Monptellier Parcs des Expositions HALL-B4 STAND-5315/16. (Items can be collected from my stand 5315/16 before noon) no charge.

(3) - Possibility of possible delivery: by us in France and neighboring countries on request and delivery of movable objects in person, only for important and very fragile pieces. (and according to our availability and payment in full and in advance: price + transport).

       - Possible Discount: Discountgranted to the Good customer or for a lot: on request by SMS message: 0680322750 or email:  segala.david.antiquaire48000@orange.fr 

I answer all requests, (Check your MAILS).

                                  Yours sincerely David SEGALA