Empire Bronze and Ormolu Cartel Clock by Bailly, Paris

Description

A wall clock with gilt bronze ribbon bow joining a gilt bronze ribbon attached to the clock case with patinated … more A wall clock with gilt bronze ribbon bow joining a gilt bronze ribbon attached to the clock case with patinated bronze back section and laurel leaf mounted surrounding a circular glass hinged cover opening to an enamelled dial signed Bailly a Paris. An eagle with spread wings at the base seated on a plinth. All finely cast. The laurel leaves signify victory and the eagle represents strength and power. Bailly is considered on of the finest French clock makers of the 18th and early 19th century with many royal commissions. less