Louis Auguste Moreau Figural Gilt Dore Statue Clock French Art Nouveau Signed La Rosee Du Matin on Onyx Base

Beautiful French Art Nouveau Figural Gilt Dore Statue titled La Rosee Du Matin (Morning Dew) by Louis Auguste Moreau (French 1855-1919) with Chiming Clock on Onyx Base
It is quite rare to see one of these Moreau pieces in such clean condition. There are scattered rubs in the gilding but overall the gilt is of such brightness that we had to do a double take to make sure it had not been restored. Since the clock has been in a Funeral Home for the last century, we concluded this is all original condition. Clock is working although not tested for time accuracy, chimes on the hour and half hour.
Key wound, key included

Approximate Dimensions: Overall 20 3/4 inches high. Figural statue measures approximately 12 inches high by 6 1/4 inches wide by 5 3/4 inches deep. Base measures approximately 3 1/2 inches high by 11 inches wide by 7 3/8 inches deep to feet tips. Clock dial diameter is approximately 4 1/4 inches

Hess Fine Auctions Shipping: Due to the extensive time and care needed to properly ship this antique timepiece an outside shipper of your choice must be used or for Pick Up in our St. Petersburg Florida store only. Our clients often use P.k.g.s., (727) 895-7547, here in St. Petersburg, or Craters & Freighters, in Tampa, (877) 448-7447. There are also two nearby UPS Stores which pick up from our location.

Estimated Weight of Package: As determined by shipper

Estimated Package size: As determined by shipper

Inventory Code: HFA

Overall very good with some scattered rubs in gilt finish to statue. Left front leg has been nicely reinforced with glue. Clock is in working order although not tested for accuracy. We recommend the attention of clock maintenance and repair person, as is good advice when relocating any antique clock of such value.