Architectural gilt bronze and porcelain clock topped by a cassolette.
The dial consists of a rectangular porcelain plate centered with a polychrome and gilded decoration of a galant scene, surrounded by Roman numerals for the hours, signed "H. Houdibine Ft de bronzes".
Chased decoration of ovals and acanthus leaves, braid friezes and plant garlands.
The oval base and sides are embellished with five polychrome and gilded enameled porcelain plaques depicting music trophies or floral garlands, and stand on four spinning top feet.
Mechanical movement with key winding. Blade suspension.
Louis XVI style, second half of the 19th century. 
37 x 23 x 13 cm. 
One hand missing.
Live Friday 26 September 2025・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 232

Architectural gilt bronze and porcelain clock topped by a cassolette. The dial consists of a rectangular porcelain plate centered with a polychrome and gilded decoration of a galant scene, surrounded by Roman numerals for the hours, signed "H. Houdibine Ft de bronzes". Chased decoration of ovals and acanthus leaves, braid friezes and plant garlands. The oval base and sides are embellished with five polychrome and gilded enameled porcelain plaques depicting music trophies or floral garlands, and stand on four spinning top feet. Mechanical movement with key winding. Blade suspension. Louis XVI style, second half of the 19th century. 37 x 23 x 13 cm. One hand missing.

Estimate
€200 - €250
Result
€150
Buyer's premium
26%
Architectural gilt bronze and porcelain clock topped by a cassolette. The dial consists of a rectangular porcelain plate centered with a polychrome and gilded decoration of a galant scene, surrounded by Roman numerals for the hours, signed "H. Houdibine Ft de bronzes". Chased decoration of ovals and acanthus leaves, braid friezes and plant garlands. The oval base and sides are embellished with five polychrome and gilded enameled porcelain plaques depicting music trophies or floral garlands, and stand on four spinning top feet. Mechanical movement with key winding. Blade suspension. Louis XVI style, second half of the 19th century. 37 x 23 x 13 cm. One hand missing.
Sale Friday 26 September 2025・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 6 - Hôtel Drouot 9, rue Drouot 75009 Paris