Giles L'Aine (1746-1784)
Louis XVI gilt bronze ormolu cartel clock
Circa 1770
Heavy construction, signed porcelain dial, original gilt hands, original patina to case.
Bright, gentle bell chime on the hour and on the half. With key.
Service required for time loss & rear door damage (not visible when hung). Currently functions (winds, ticks, chimes, etc.), but runs very slow.
Giles L’Aine’s masterpiece gilt bronzework features worldwide in major collections and museums, including the Getty Museum in Brentwood, California.
This is a rare and important piece, as well as an essential item of decor for any discerning collector who enjoys useable art in the home.
Provenance:
The New York Art Market.
Giles L'Aine (1746-1784)
Louis XVI gilt bronze ormolu cartel clock
Circa 1770
Heavy construction, signed porcelain dial, original gilt hands, original patina to case.
Bright, gentle bell chime on the hour and on the half. With key.
Service required for time loss & rear door damage (not visible when hung). Currently functions (winds, ticks, chimes, etc.), but runs very slow.
Giles L’Aine’s masterpiece gilt bronzework features worldwide in major collections and museums, including the Getty Museum in Brentwood, California.
This is a rare and important piece, as well as an essential item of decor for any discerning collector who enjoys useable art in the home.
Provenance:
The New York Art Market.
