Named for their distinctive shape, which resembles the musical instrument known as a lyre, with strings extending upwards from a curved body, lyre form clocks were popular in France during the 18th and 19th centuries.
The first lyre clocks were produced in the mid-18th century by French clockmaker Jean-Andre Lepaute, who was commissioned by King Louis XV to create a clock for the Palace of Versailles. The clock featured a lyre-shaped case and was designed to be mounted on a wall. Its success led to the creation of similar clocks in a variety of sizes and styles.
Lyre clocks became particularly popular during the reign of King Louis XVI, who was known for his love of music and the arts. The clocks were often decorated with ornate details, such as gold leaf, enamel, and painted scenes, and were sometimes topped with figurines or other decorative elements.
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