Pierre Philippe Thomire (Fran?a, 1751 1843)
A large Thomire & Moinet clockGilt and patinated bronze
Louis Moinet mechanism in a celestial globe with applied raised gilt star decoration on a blue ground
The blue enamel dial with gilt Roman numerals is framed by a gilt raised frieze
The three tier stand displays on the top two winged female figures, possibly alluding to science (holding a compass), and literature (reclining over two books.
The architectural intermediate level depicts a low relief with three putti
The lower section, sitting on six feet is profusely decorated with garlands and foliage scroll motifs
Marked "Thomire & Cie A Paris" and "Ls Moinet Her" on the dial
Mechanism marked "Ls Moinet A Paris"
(in working order but in need of servicing; minor faults and losses)62x64x25 cm