05 An outstanding Empire gilt bronze figural clock of eight day duration. The dial with outer indications for the minutes, Roman numerals for the hours, and finely pierced gilt brass hands for the hours and minutes. The superb gilt and patinated bronze case representing two putti at either side of a flame. There are two moulded gilt dragons on the patinated body of the case, and horns of plenty, sickles and laurels on the gilt bronze octagonal base. All attributes of Ceres as the goddess of agriculture and summer. Mouvement with silk thread pendulum suspension, anchor escapement, striking on the hour and half hour on a single bell with outside count wheel. Height 27,5 cm. Width 26,5 cm. Depth 10,5 cm.