*IMPORTANT CLOCK "DIANE CHASSERESSE", Louis XVI, the drawing for this design probably by J. D. DUGORC (Jean Dumosthène Dugorc, active 2nd half of the 18th century), the bronzes from a Paris master workshop, probably by P. P. THOMIRE (Pierre Philippe Thomire, 1759-1843), with monogram and mark, the dial signed PHILIPE MOREL A LYON (active 1788 Rue des Augustins), verso dated 1792, Paris. Matte and polished gilt bronze and "Vert de Mer" marble. With figure of Diana with hunting dogs. The clock with enamel dial and anchor escapement striking the 1/2 hours on bell. Exceptionally rich bronze mounts and applications. 80x35x87 cm. Provenance: - E. Chappey collection, Paris. - Paris auction 29. 4. 1907 (Lot No. 935). - Galerie Didier Aaron, Paris. - from a highly important European private collection.