Antiques & Fine Art - Douglas, Gavin Fine Antiques - A French Empire Ormolu clock of Ceres

Home | Dealers | Douglas, Gavin Fine Antiques | A French Empire Ormolu clock of Ceres

A French Empire Ormolu clock of Ceres

Category:	Clocks
SubType:	Clocks
Origin:	France
Era:	19th Century



An interesting ormolu French Empire clock depicting "Ceres" the earth goddess representing the cyclical nature of time. She wears a diadem of wheat & holds aloft a sickel. The dial is surrounded by a wheat sheaf & to the right a flail & basket. Unusual case construction with break front base, central plaque in high relief of ploughman & oxen. Rake & spade applied mounts. 8 day, bell strike with silk suspension. Circa 1810.

Antiques and Fine Art is the leading site for antique collectors, designers, and enthusiasts of art and antiques. Featuring outstanding inventory for sale from top antiques & art dealers, educational articles on fine and decorative arts, and a calendar listing upcoming antiques shows and fairs.