Roman warrior clock in gilt bronze

Figurative gilt bronze clock with a Roman warrior holding a shield, resting on the dial, with the inscription ‘Pour la plus belle’ (‘For the most beautiful’). Next to him is an altar symbolising conscience. The entire clock is in gilt bronze. Threaded movement. The whole has been professionally cleaned and the movement cleaned and reassembled by a watchmaker. Beautiful striking.

Size: H 46cm x W 32cm x D 11cm

French school of the Charles X period.

This clock illustrates the successful trend during the first part of the 19h century, when Roman history and heroes were glorified in monument-style compositions.