C.1830, French, Mathieu, a' Rouen, Empire Style Portico clock, black marble and ormolu, and with a large round movement with silk thread suspension.

C.1830, French, Mathieu, a' Rouen, Empire Style Portico clock, black marble and ormolu, and with a large round movement with silk thread suspension. Condition: the porcelain dial has had a central chip repaired, signature is undamaged and strong. On both sides, under the slender urns, there is a missing gilt element, and with some damage where the stud pulled out (only noticed on close inspection). The bell strike movement is clean and running briskly. Ht 22.5"