Grecian Charmeuse Figural Clock

A good French figural clock, 19th century with movement by Japy…
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A good French figural clock, 19th century with movement by Japy Freres, and figure by Guillemin, the eight day movement clock having a decorated enamel dial with Arabic numerals set within a flower and vine encrusted drum head and draped by the reclining female figure of a Grecian clad 'Charmeuse', raised upon a rectangular marble plinth in ochre colours and small bronze feet; with title and artist's plaque to the base, and cast signature to the reverse. Height 48 cm. Width 48 cm. Depth 17 cm

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  • Movement - The technical name for the workings of a clock or watch, and does not include the dial or case.
  • 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.

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