Empire-Pendule. Lot n° 2510

Fire-gilded bronze. High, two-part rectangular base with four feet and surrounding relief and chased leaf frieze as a transition to slightly recessed part, on the outside application with rose garland and two quivers, once with arrows. On top of the rectangular clock case with swan and cornucopia appliqués is a full-size sculpture of a sleeping cupid, leaning against a black patinated dog sitting behind it. Pendulum movement with spring winding and thread suspension of the pendulum, acc. to "Leroux à Paris". Half and hour strike on bell. L. Signs of age and wear, numeral rim somewhat rubbed and former crown of clock case incomplete and with soldered brass cap rep. France, circa 1810. 38x 27x 13 cm. Attached: Clock key.