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19th Century French Neoclassical Bronze "Porte Montre" or Pocket Watch Holder

About the Item

A fine quality neoclassical watch holder "porte montre" (in french) in patinated bronze featuring a classically draped Roman emperor sitting upon an outcrop of ruins holding a scroll in his right hand; his left hand outstretched downward. Presented and shown and sold with a gold plated pocket watch. Can also be sold without the pocket watch.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical Revival (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Mid-18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vancouver, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4631219376092
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