Late 1960s French 18ct Gold Lapis Lazuli Mantlepiece Clock by de Brysal in Original Case feed-condition-used The name ‘Flame Bronze’ refers

The name ‘Flame Bronze’ refers to the dark purple-blue-grey finish

for instance

This combination of carnelian and banded agate was often used and contrasts well

It was made circa 1930s and is in excellent condition

The fox head is beautifully modelled in heavy 18ct gold

Late 1960s French 18ct Gold Lapis Lazuli Mantlepiece Clock by de Brysal in Original Case feed-condition-used The name ‘Flame Bronze’ refersThis clock was retailed by Van Cleef & Arpels in Paris in the late sixties as part of their special de Brysal art clocks in precious stones and gold. The craftsmanship, as you would expect with anything Van Cleef were happy to sell, is stunning. The case of the clock is made of natural lapis lazuli enriched with 18ct gold, including the workings of the clock. The gold sections are all fully hallmarked with the French Eagle hallmark. The original red