Clock with Bust of Washington and Relief of Cornwallis Resigning his Sword to Washington 1810 - 1820

This clock, created by Armingaud L’Ainé between 1810 and 1820, is a testament to the enduring legacy of George Washington. The piece features a bronze bust of the first President atop a marble clock face, and a relief depicting Cornwallis surrendering his sword to Washington at Yorktown. The work is an example of the neoclassical style prevalent in the early 19th century, and serves as a reminder of the historical significance of the American Revolutionary War. It is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.