A French Neoclassical Slate and Ormolu Portico Clock

Circa 1830, round ornate dial with radial foliate and acorn pattern, brass 8-day count wheel strike movement, set within a four Corinthian column portico with ornate gridiron floral medallion pendulum, floral garland mounts, raised on turned feet.

17 3/4 x 9 1/2 x 5 in.

Private Collection, Martinsville, Virginia

Notes from consignor indicate clock was serviced in 2005-2006; clock functioning when tested; some chips to slate; light verdigris to crevices; rubbing and later retouch to Roman numeral hour chapters. Please see Terms and Conditions of Sale: Clocks and Watches.