A Late Louis XV Gilt and Patinated Bronze Elephant Clock, Circa 1765

the drum decorated with acanthus scrolls and floral sprays; the enamelled dial signed FORTIN A PARIS; the elephant with raised trunk standing on a stepped moulded base with oblong ends and pierced trelliswork sides backed with later red velvet; the later quarter-striking movement with silk thread suspension and anchor escapement and two bells on back plate

height 22 1/1 in.; width 13 in.; depth 9 in.

57 cm; 33 cm; 23 cm