An ormolu and griotte marble mantel clock, French, circa 1810

5¼-inch enamel dial with concentric date and signed Allier, bell striking movement with outside count wheel and silk suspension, the drum surmounted by a bacchanalian putto and flanked by seated male and female figures, the bow-ended base foliate and mask mounts,

Dial has chip to right winding hole, some minor edge repairs and hair cracks to top right corner, one foot lacking. Movement is complete and looks as though it would run but may benefit from a clean. Case in generally good condition, some minor edge chips to marble, gilding generally good if a little dirty. With pendulum but no winder.
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