Pendulette "Gare La Bombe
France
Gilt bronze
first half of the 19th century
Dimensions: H x W x D: 20 x 15 x 7 cm
Description:
Antique miniature mantel clock made of partly fire-gilded and partly patinated bronze.
Depicted is Cupid the god of love being shot out of a cannon as a sign of fertility. The cannon is mounted in a bumper on rails.
The enamelled dial is in the middle of the cloud of smoke created by the firing.
On the front of the oval base is a plaque with the inscription GARE LA BOMBE.
Condition:
Good authentic condition of the gilding. Plaster wear on the edges of the base and partially on the cannon barrel.
Price: 2150,-€
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