Pierre-Victor Ledure, Mantle Clock with the Figure of Perseus, Early 19th Century Gilt Bronze

Born in Paris in 1783, Pierre-Victor Ledure became an apprentice of the famous bronzier André-Antoine Ravrio, who became one of his best friends. Ledure came to be one of the leading bronziers in the early 19th century, with an extensive and influential clientèle. Several important collections contain his work, like the Royal Pavilion in Brighton.