A French marble and ormolu Empire style figural clock, circa 1850-1860, a fine eight day clock with silk suspension having an enamel dial with Roman numerals set within a 'Ruined' antique plinth surmounted by a Roman figure of literature, raised upon a black marble stepped base with refined decorative borders and a shaped apron with scrolled acanthus and a central fan motif; in working order. Height 52 cm. Width 37.5 cm. Depth 14 cm