Important Louis XV Wall Clock And Console – Varnished Wood And Chiseled Gilt Bronze.

We present a sumptuous Louis XV period wall clock, accompanied by its original console, forming a set of rare elegance, both in its quality of execution and the richness of its rocaille decoration. The whole reaches an impressive height of 1.40 meters, and constitutes a major piece of wall decoration, entirely representative of the taste and splendor of the mid-18th century. Technical and aesthetic characteristics: Period: mid-18th century, circa 1750 Origin: France, Parisian school Materials: varnished wood, probably tobacco-colored wood and gilded bronze with ground gold, chiseled with great finesse. Decoration: important rocaille repertoire composed of leafy volutes, foliage, shells, stylized flowers and a bird in full flight at the top, a rare and poetic emblem, symbol of elevation and lightness Matching console: richly decorated and forming a coherent whole with the cartel, in a perfect decorative fluidity White enameled dial with Roman numerals for the hours and Arabic numerals for the minutes Signature: GUERBOIS À PARIS, clockmaker active in the 18th century, known for the quality and regularity of his movements Movement : original, threaded, complete, in perfect working order. Stylistic analysis: The influence of the asymmetrical ornamentation typical of the Louis XV style is evident here. The profusion of openwork foliage, the play of contradictory curves and the extremely worked chiseling reflect a workshop hand of the highest order, probably from the circle of Parisian bronze makers close to the great cabinetmakers of the time (such as Balthazar Lieutaud or Jean-Joseph de Saint-Germain, although unsigned). The deep and nuanced varnish admirably highlights the gilded relief of the bronzes. Condition of conservation: Perfect general condition. The cartel and its console have been the subject of a careful restoration respecting old techniques, guaranteeing their presentation in ideal conditions, both aesthetically and functionally. Dimensions: Total height: 140 cm A rare collector's item, ideal for a characterful home or a demanding collection. Its sculptural presence and authenticity make it an object of art as well as a precious witness to the refinement of French decorative watchmaking in the Age of Enlightenment.