Henri Picard A Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mantle clock Paris, late 19th century

the clock case stamped H. PICARD and numbered 2809, the twin train movement with letter CR and number 301

Please note that the movement has not been checked for functionality. However, the movement is complete and may be put into a working state by a professional horologist. Overall in good condition and presentation. There is tarnishing to the gilt bronze and dirt in the crevasses.
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The renowned Parisian fondeur and doreur Henri Picard was recorded at 6, rue Jarente in 1831, and moved to 10, rue de la Perle in 1839 where he remained until 1864. During that time, Picard supplied objects for Emperor Napoleon III's apartments at the Louvre, and was reputed for his fine quality decorative production of pièces de table and garnitures de cheminée.