Mantel clock c. 1768

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This gilded bronze mantel clock, dating from around 1768, is a testament to the craftsmanship of the anonymous artist who created it. The clock features a striking design, with the timepiece housed within an elaborate lyre-shaped frame. Atop the lyre, a sculpted dragon, crafted in a different bronze, adds a dramatic touch. The detailed ornamentation, including the floral motifs and delicate beading, showcases the artist’s mastery of the Rococo style, which was popular during this period. This clock, currently on display at the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of the decorative arts and clockmaking of the 18th century.

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Large gilt-bronze mantel clocks from Paris were considered symbols of wealth and good taste throughout Europe. For example, in the 18th century, Swedish kings purchased two mantel clocks of this model. The clock’s plain, monumental shape – a lyre with a wounded dragon – is an early example of the Neoclassical style.