French Bronze Figural Mantel Clock with Sphinx Supports, Late 19th Century Faith) – an early martyr

Faith) – an early martyr and important medieval pilgrimage saint connected to the famous pilgrimage routes of France

• Illustration: Hand-colored lithographs

French Baccarat-Quality Cut Crystal Casket with Gilt Bronze Mounts — circa 1880–1900

The rectangular form rests on turned feet and is framed with molded beading

Frame is solid with wear to gilding consistent with age

French Bronze Figural Mantel Clock with Sphinx Supports, Late 19th Century Faith) – an early martyrFrench Bronze Figural Mantel Clock with Sphinx Supports, Late 19th Century A striking late 19th century French mantel clock, cast in solid bronze and richly decorated with mythological and classical ornament, dating to circa 18701890. The case is exceptionally sculptural, supported by winged sphinx figures, their female heads and feathered wings blending human and mythical form. These are not decorative afterthoughts but structural elements, grounding