Antique French gilt bronze cartel clock by Autray Fils

£7,500

This elegant French cartel clock was crafted by renowned clockmakers Autray Fils, who were famous for their high quality, beautiful works.

 

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Description

The circular enamel dial signed 'Autray / Paris' within a circular ormolu (gilt bronze) case of unusual design with circular roundel above depicting a relief of two cherubs and an ormolu hanging in the form of a velvet support and ribbon surmount, stamped on the reverse '1853' and 'CA'.

Literature-+

For further information on the firm of Autray Fils, refer to:

Tardy, Dictionnaire des Horlogers Francais, (1972), Tardy: Paris

Loomes, B., Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World, (2006), N.A.G. Press: London

Details

Country of Origin
French
Date of Manufacture
19th Century
Period
19th Century
Style
Belle Époque
Material
Enamel, Ormolu (Gilt Bronze)
Colour
Gold

Dimensions

Height
80 cm / 31.5 inches
Width
21 cm / 8.3 inches
Depth
11 cm / 4.3 inches

Reference:
004791

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