Bronze clock with black and mercury gilded patina with stunning carvings. An allegorical subject (writing) represents Lord Byron in meditation sitting on a rock where part of the title of his poem Child Harold is engraved. The contrast between the various bronze finishes makes this artifact extremely refined. The body is enclosed on the edge by a molded frame while at the base by a rich motif of scrolls and leaves resting on corbel feet. The matte mercury gilding is enhanced by glossy finishes. Silvered dial with Roman numerals, twisted molded circle, Paris-type movement in excellent condition still entirely gilded, with hour and half-hour chimes, the suspension is with a yarn thread.
Author: Gillion installed at number 5 rue de Braque in Paris
ERA. 1832 Paris
Measurements: 45.5 X 32 X 11
In the center of the rear plate at the bottom is stamped the mark of the movement manufacturer (ETABLISSEMENT DE PARIS GILLON 1832), on the back of the dial bears the date of an overhaul "April 15, 1840" as used by watchmakers of the time signed Sguimbre.
