A French early 19th century Empire st. white Carrara marble and Ormolu clock, signed Veibel a Lyon

List: $14,900.00

A charming and high quality French early 19th century Empire st. white Carrara marble and Ormolu clock, signed Veibel a Lyon. This stunning clock is raised on Ormolu topie shaped feet supporting a rectangular marble base. The base is decorated... — Read More

Item # 14344
H: 19.5 in L: 11.25 in D: 5.25 in
H: 50 cm L: 29 cm D: 13 cm
France
19th Century
Marble/Stone, Ormolu
Empire st. Read More

(Empire st.) - Neo-Classical in style, it was inspired by the decorative motifs and characteristics of Greco-Roman models, characterized as noble and massive. Mahogany, Rosewood, and Ebony were the preferred woods. Brass or gilt mounts in the form of swags, festoons, laurel wreaths, torches, and mythological creatures were used. Also common were the Napoleonic emblems of the bee, the crown, and the letter "N". After Napoleon conquered Egypt, he was so inspired by what he saw there, and he instructed his cabinet makers to include designs of sphinxes, Cariatides, and other Egyptian figures, in their creations.

Veibel a Lyon Read More

Veibel a Lyon, also known as "Weibel", was an 18th century master clock maker based in Lyon, France. Established in 1783, Veibel began his career by crafting exceptional table clocks and pocket watches. Later he specializes in astronomical regulators, many of which can still be found in museums and private collections in France and Switzerland.

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