19th Century Louis XVI Style Regulator Gilt Bronze Clock by Ferdinand Berthoud

A stunning 19th century louis xvi style regulator gilt bronze clock by ferdinand berthoud. A french louis xvi style gilt bronze regulator clock, the finely cast rectangular case with four beveled glass sides; the large white enamel dial with roman numerals is decorated above and below with gilt bronze garlands. The dial is signed and the stepped base is further embellished on three sides with a gilded frieze with central apollo mask. The steel string suspension movement ringing the hours and halves on a bell; the movement has a large star burst pendulum. Dimensions height: 50 cm (19.69 in) width: 30 cm (11.82 in) depth: 20 cm (7.88 in)