Garrison; France, late 19th century.

Garrison; France, late 19th century.
Bronze and Belgian black marble and onyx.
It has slight flaws and restorations.
It has an exposed escapement and pendulum.
Measurements: 47 x 36,5 x 19 cm; 27 x 19 x 19 x 19 cm (x2).
The period of the end of the century was characterized by an eclectic taste that fused neoclassical, imperial and Renaissance references, driven by the consolidation of a bourgeoisie that aspired to solemn and technically sophisticated environments. The architectural design of the clock, with fluted columns, classically inspired relief plaques and polished surfaces of strong chromatic contrast, reflects the influence of the Napoleon III style, which took up the monumentality of the early Empire but endowing it with greater ornamental richness and variety of materials.
Aesthetically, the ensemble stands out for the solidity of its stepped structure, the balance between curved and rectilinear volumes, and the use of stones The visible pendulum, framed by a glazed body and columns, provides a mechanical and decorative component that was highly valued at the time, linked to the 19th century interest in showing engineering as an aesthetic element.

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