Gothic-style French Bronze Clock with Suspended Bell

A fine and unusual French bronze clock in the Gothic style,…
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A fine and unusual French bronze clock in the Gothic style, 19th century; movement by A.D. Mougin, with gong, with four pillars and an arched buttress style dome with cupola supporting a large suspended bell enclosing the clock mechanism, relief carved in gothic inspired designs and with the Latin salutation, the Lord be with you, and with your spirit, the dial with enamel cartouche Roman numerals, upon a wooden base and small feet. Height 67 cm. Width 32 cm. Depth 32 cm

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  • Bronze - An alloy of copper and tin, traditionally in the proportions of about 9 parts of copper to 1 part of tin.

    The discovery of bronze in Western Asia in the 4th century enabled people to create metal objects which were superior to those previoulsy possible because of its strength and hardness, and it has been used throughout the world for weapons, coins, tools, statuary and other decorative items.

    It is very fluid in a molten state, and its hardness, strength when set, and non-corrosive properties makes it most suitable for casting sculpture.
  • Cartouche - An ornamental panel in the form of of a shield, oval or rectangular scroll with curling edges. It may be carved into the back of a chair or the top of a sideboard, or present on a piece of silver or jewellery, and contain the initials of the original owner, heraldic symbols, or some other inscription, such as the details of a presentation.

    In ceramics the term defines the central area of a vase or similar with a decorative border in one of the shapes above, into which a decorative scene or figures have been painted.
  • Movement - The technical name for the workings of a clock or watch, and does not include the dial or case.

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