An Empire-style gilt-bronze and 'verde antico' marble chariot mantel clock in the manner of Pierre-Philippe Thomire, French, circa 1900

Distinguished Private Collection

An Empire-style gilt-bronze and 'verde antico' marble chariot mantel clock in the manner of Pierre-Philippe Thomire, French, circa 1900

5½-inch dial forming the wheel of the chariot, the bells striking movement with later conversion to silk suspension, signed Tiffany & Co, France, (the maker's stamp removed), the case in the form of a chariot driven by Phaeton and drawn by four spirited stallions across an arch mounted with billowing clouds and zodiacal symbols, the breakfront plinth inset with a panel depicting a Classical scene, on paw feet,  

72.39 x 24.13 x 66.04 cm.