Clock French Style Lyre clock. in Northampton
Most attractive fairly modern version about 15yrs old of a porcelain lyre clock. The clock is a reproduction of the clock that is said to have belonged to Queen Marie Antoinette the original clock being made in Severes porcelain during the late 18th century. The clock is 16inches in overall height and the oval base measures 4 inches at its widest point. The clock case is decorated in a rich deep blue colour with lovely areas of gilding all over the porcelain case which stands on 3 round and decorated gilded feet the case top is surmounted by a sunburst ornament which encompasses a ladies face' plus a large swag underneath the ornament The movement is mechanical (key supplied) and rings the time on 2 bells on the half hour and the hour as some of the older French clocks do. Would suit any home, antique of the future needs to be seen to be appreciated. I have picture of the original clock for comparison.