An Empire gilt and patinated bronze mantel clock, early 19th century

An Empire gilt and patinated bronze mantel clock, early 19th century
The domed rectangular case with foliate mounts to the borders and swans flanking an amphora to the centre, the stepped plinth with lanceolate leaf gallery above pad feet, the white enamel dial with Roman hours inscribed L.Ravrio Bronzier a Paris, Mesnil, (the hour hand broken and lacking), the twin barrel movement with silk suspension and countwheel strike on bell
17in. (43.2cm.) high