A 19th-Century Figural 'Mystery' Clock After Moreau
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
19th century
This 19th-century figural mystery mantel clock features an allegorical female sculpture depicting Brise D'Automne after Moreau, positioned atop a simulated marble circular base.
The patinated figure holds aloft a compound mystery pendulum assembly crowned with a dark spherical ball clock. The globe dial features applied or painted gilt Roman numerals, ornate hands, and a ribbon-form surmount, with a gridiron rod dropping to a lower spherical pendulum bob. According to the auctioneer, the clock operates via an eight-day movement with serial number 9121 and measures 93 cm in overall height.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Base
- Simulated marble base
- Type
- Figural mystery clock
- Height
- 93 cm
- Movement Duration
- Eight day movement
- Sculptural Subject
- Depicting Brise D'Automne after Moreau
- Maker / attribution
- After Moreau
- Movement Serial Number
- 9121
Design
- Visible features
- • Patinated female allegorical figure holding an upright mystery pendulum assembly aloft in her raised left hand • Dark spherical globe dial adorned with gilt Roman numerals and ornamental hands • Ribbon-bow cresting surmounting the upper globe • Gridiron suspension rod assembly terminating in a lower spherical bob • Moulded circular simulated marble plinth base
- Dial and Pendulum Assembly
- The timepiece features a spherical globe serving as the dial, which is surmounted by a ribbon-form crest. The clock is positioned such that the figure holds the globe and pendulum assembly aloft. The pendulum mechanism consists of a swinging ball configuration, as described in the source listing.
- Identity and Subject Matter
- This 19th-century mantel clock centers on a patinated allegorical figure described as 'Brise D'Automne.' The sculpture stands atop a circular plinth finished in a simulated marble material. The identification of the sculptor is attributed by the auctioneer as 'after Moreau.' No specific details regarding the artisan or foundry origin are recorded in the source.
- Mechanical Status and Specifications
- The internal mechanism is reported as an eight-day movement with the serial number 9121. The source notes the lack of a winding key and that functional guarantees are not provided, despite a report that it 'appears to wind and tick.' The physical dimensions are listed at 93 cm in height.
Identification
- Serial number
- 9121
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Attribution to Moreau is source-reported ('after Moreau')
- Research required: Auctioneer notes keys are missing and functionality is not guaranteed
- Research required: Internal eight-day movement is not visible in the photograph