Floor Regulator by Antikeo, Inspired by J.H. Riesener, P. Garnier Movement, Second Empire Period

Significant parquet floor clock regulator, in case, crafted in Paris during the Second Empire, modeled after the renowned 1785 model attributed to Jean-Henri Riesener, currently

• Circular white enamel dial, signed by Garnier in Paris
• Finely pearled gilded bronze lunette
• Gilded bronze group depicting three winged cherubs moving among clouds, holding a floral garland
• Truncated cone case resting on an inlaid base with geometric patterns
• Elegant wood veneer: satinwood, amaranth, rosewood, and green-stained maple
• Clockmaker: Original movement signed by Paul Garnier (1801–1869), royal and naval clockmaker
• Garnier excelled in precision escapements and scientific regulators, trained in the grand Parisian horological tradition
• Original, unmodified movement runs but requires minor servicing for optimal performance
• Original balance maintained
• Excellent overall condition
• Respectful restoration: complete disassembly, bronze component cleaning, original gilding preservation, plating cleaning, finishing, and varnish reapplication