Love and Innocence ca. 1820-25 French This clock representing Love and Innocence corresponds closely to a watercolor drawing in the Museums collection (67.548.3). This drawing may have formed part of the catalogue of models belonging to a bronze caster to be shown to prospective clients. would have been executed in gilt bronze and a number of clocks of this model are known. As indicated by the yellow wash, the entire case The winged cupid holding a lyre symbolizes love while the seated female with her arms crossed over her chest is emblematic of innocence. The front of the plinth, decorated with a relief of flaming torches, billing doves and embracing figures further emphasizes the theme of love.. Love and Innocence 206873