A mantel clock, ’Retour d’Egypte’ Austria circa 1800.
In ormolu and patinated bronze
The architectural patinated bronze clock case centered by an enamel dial with roman numerals and clockmakers name, GB: Jackle in Gratz. Surmounted by impressive ormolu sphinx and stars, the top decorated with an ormolu tripod, an urn and a harp.
The fascination for Egypt became very popular in Europe after Napoleon’s Egyptian Campaign between 1798 and 1801.
Facts
Condition: Excellent
Year: 1800
Dimensions
W: 37 cm
H: 44 cm
D: 12 cm
