Henri Vian 1860-1905 A gilt-bronze wall clock and companion barometer In the manner of Jean-Charles Delafosse Paris, circa 1880

each signed h. Vian.  The barometer signed h. Vian / A Paris to the dial. The clock signed Folin L'aine / A Paris to the enamel dial.

Overall good original condition; retaining original gilding and with slight tarnishing, dirt, and some stains to gilding with minor areas of rubbing; the clock lacking a glass cover; the white enamel dial with stains, dirt, and scratches.
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Henry Vian was the celebrated bronzier who specialized in the production of bronzes in the 18th century style, particularly light fittings. He participated in the Great Exhibitions of 1878, 1889 and 1900 and received a Gold Medal in 1889. His workshop was based at 5 rue de Thorigny in Paris. His wife and son ran the business after his death in 1905 until 1944, when the city of Paris took over the premises for the l'Ecole des Métiers d'Art.