French bronze clock of Restoration period, Charles X., showing ‚Psyche’. Being the yongest daughter of a king and loving ‚Armor’ the son of the greek goddess ‚Venus’ she got immortal by herself – she got a goddess. Psyche, what means ‚soul’ in greek language is also represented by a butterfly on the front of this clock because the butterfly is he symbol for renaissance, resurrection and immortal soul not only in greek cultue.
Silvered brass dial with Roman numerals surrounded by a casted brass ring of roses.
8 day spring wound movement of Paris type, half and full hour striking on bell, locking-plate striking system, anchor escapement, ornate brass hands. Silk suspension pendulum with fine adjustement from the back of the movement.
Measurements of the case - height x width x depth: approx: 37 cm x 18 cm x 13 cm – weight of clock: 4,6 KG.
This clock was made approx. 1830.
We guarantee that all parts of this clock originally fit together, except key.
Price upon request.