The iconography of this beautiful pendulum is intricate. A muse leans, sitting on a pillow against the clockwork. She holds a laurel wreath. At her feet a caduceus and an anchor. Under the clockwork ears of corn and fruit.
These ears of corn and fruits indicate abundance. The caduceus often associated with Mercury is the bringer of peace, eloquence and reason. The anchor is a symbol of Fidelity. The laurel wreath indicates a victory.
At Cesare Ripa de, all these objects together signify the Felicitas Publica or overall bliss that brings peace and prosperity to the victor.
The creator of the Douyon timepiece was active in Paris during this period.