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Canvas Print : Louis XIV mantel clock, c. 1715 (ormolu, bronze, tortoiseshell & ebony)
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Louis XIV mantel clock, c. 1715 (ormolu, bronze, tortoiseshell & ebony)
1209559 Louis XIV mantel clock, c.1715 (ormolu, bronze, tortoiseshell & ebony) by Boulle, Andre Charles (1642-1732); 80x51x25.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22849654
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Birth Clock Conch Cupid Dial Eros Fleeting Garland Gilt Inlaid Inlay Marquetry Memento Mori Sculptural Seashell Shell Time Timepiece Vanitas Venus Neo Classical Neoclassical
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring timeless elegance to your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints featuring the exquisite Louis XIV mantel clock. This magnificent timepiece, crafted by the renowned French artist Andre Charles Boulle in the early 18th century, showcases the opulence of the Baroque period. Adorned with intricate ormolu, bronze, tortoiseshell, and ebony detailing, this masterpiece from Bridgeman Images is now available as a stunning canvas print, perfect for adding a touch of sophistication and history to any room in your home.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph showcases a stunning Louis XIV mantel clock, crafted in 1715 by the renowned artist Boulle. The clock, measuring 80x51x25.5 cm, is an exquisite blend of ormolu, bronze, tortoiseshell, and ebony materials. It currently resides in a private collection. The intricate design of this timepiece is truly mesmerizing. Adorned with ornate seashells and mythological figures, it transports us to the opulent world of French baroque artistry. A beautiful female face graces the dial while cupid and goddess sculptures surround it. Every detail on this clock speaks volumes about its craftsmanship and historical significance. From the delicate marquetry work to the neoclassical influences seen in its wooden inlay design, it represents both elegance and grandeur. The presence of Venus and Eros further adds to its mythical allure as they symbolize love and beauty within Greek mythology. The garlands of gold that encircle them evoke a sense of fleeting time while also serving as decorative elements. This remarkable piece serves not only as a functional timekeeping device but also as a sculptural memento mori – reminding us of life's transience through its vanitas symbolism. In summary, this Louis XIV mantel clock captures the essence of French artistic mastery during that era. Its combination of intricate ornamentation, mythological motifs, and exceptional craftsmanship make it an extraordinary example from history's treasure trove.
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