Auction 158 Antiques & Works of Art,
Silver & Jewellery

99

An Empire-style gilt and patinated bronze mantel clock surmounted by an equestrian figure of Napoleon


Estimate

1.200 - 1.500


Session 1

25 March 2026



Description

Gilt bronze and patinated bronze
Surmounted by a sculptural group depicting Napoleon in equestrian pose, mounted on a walking horse, wearing uniform and bicorne hat, on a rocky formation, at the centre of which is set a circular dial in white enamel with Roman numerals
Stepped rectangular base with friezes and applied relief decoration of acanthus leaves, at the centre an imperial eagle with open wings, resting on military trophies in high relief, and raised on four volute feet with continuous frieze of scrollwork
France, 19th century

42,5x27x10 cm



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