Unusual Silverplate and Brass Clock in the Baroque Taste, fourth quarter 19th century, resting on paw feet, the hexagonal standard molded with Corinthian pilasters decorated with delicately detailed arabesque patterns, with rope turns delineating the corners, a putto perched on the standard and holding the silverplate-cased works, set with a brass dial, the number of the chapter ring alternating with signs of the zodiac, with arabesque work decorating the center, h. 24-1/4", w. 6-1/2", d. 5-3/4".

he silverplate in excellent condition with little wear. Slight bending to hands, traces of gilt left to dial. At top of faceted column, there is a pinhole where "roof" of column meets clock support. Cherub support has two shallow dents to torso. A series of shallow dents on back of clock case, roughly at the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions. Silverplated key appears original.