A fine Art Nouveau bronze and copper salon clock, circa 1900., with maker's mark of R.P to oval cartouche, the pointed arch square section clock with a female mask beneath the point, a decorative black and gold dial set within a pierced bronze case backed with hammered copper work, a cut lime green jewel to the centre, with cast flying buttresses and a flared base embellished with moonstone cabochons. Height 49 cm. Width 25.5 cm. Depth 20.5 cm