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Antique French Ormolu Rococo Cartel Wall Clock ~ Dolphin

19th century
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~ French - Circa 1880 ~

~~ Excellent condition, fully overhauled ~~

A beautiful original antique French cartel wall clock. It is finely made in ormolu (finely gilded bronze doré), in the Rococo style, and features a dolphin to the top, riding a C scroll of surf. The case is formed of flowing splashes of scrolls and acanthus. It is in stunning condition, finely modelled with good original gilding.

The large dial is porcelain enamel on copper with separate minute ring and brass hands.

The French movement is of high quality and is in excellent clean and running condition having been fully overhauled by our clockmaker. Pendulum is a original. It runs for 8 days and strikes the hours and halves on a bell. We have a video of the clock running, please see this link or ask and we will send it to you. https://www.facebook.com/DragonAntiques/videos/3071484826319744

Condition of the case is excellent, the original gilding is beautifully clean and bright with hardly any wear or discolouration. The dial is also in excellent with no damage.

Complete with original pendulum, bell and a suitable key. Full setting up instructions supplied if required.

Dimensions of clock:

inches: Height 24", Width 10 1/2", Depth 4 3/4"

centimetres: Height 61 cm, Width 26.5 cm, Depth 12 cm

Shipping within UK £25

Shipping to USA / Europe £125 by air fully insured

World wide shipping - £165 by air fully insured

Physical Dimensions
Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
26.5cm (10.43")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Dragon-Antiques.com has dated this French Ormolu Cartel Clock to the 1880s.

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Description
~ French - Circa 1880 ~

~~ Excellent condition, fully overhauled ~~

A beautiful original antique French cartel wall clock.

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It is finely made in ormolu (finely gilded bronze doré), in the Rococo style, and features a dolphin to the top, riding a C scroll of surf.
Dragon-Antiques.com

The case is formed of flowing splashes of scrolls and acanthus. It is in stunning condition, finely modelled with good original gilding.

fig 1. An ornate antique French ormolu cartel wall clock featuring elaborate rococo scrolling, a dolphin motif at the top, and a white enamel dial with black roman numerals.
fig 1. Antique French Ormolu Rococo Cartel Wall Clock ~ Dolphin

The large dial is porcelain enamel on copper with separate minute ring and brass hands.

The French movement is of high quality and is in excellent clean and running condition having been fully overhauled by our clockmaker. Pendulum is a original. It runs for 8 days and strikes the hours and halves on a bell. We have a video of the clock running, please see this link or ask and we will send it to you. https://www.facebook.com/DragonAntiques/videos/3071484826319744

fig 2. An ornate antique French ormolu cartel wall clock featuring elaborate rococo scrolling, a dolphin motif at the top, and a white enamel dial with black roman numerals.
fig 2. Antique French Ormolu Rococo Cartel Wall Clock ~ Dolphin

Condition of the case is excellent, the original gilding is beautifully clean and bright with hardly any wear or discolouration. The dial is also in excellent with no damage.

Complete with original pendulum, bell and a suitable key. Full setting up instructions supplied if required.

fig 3. An ornate antique French ormolu cartel wall clock featuring elaborate rococo scrolling, a dolphin motif at the top, and a white enamel dial with black roman numerals.
fig 3. Antique French Ormolu Rococo Cartel Wall Clock ~ Dolphin

Dimensions of clock:

inches: Height 24", Width 10 1/2", Depth 4 3/4"

centimetres: Height 61 cm, Width 26.5 cm, Depth 12 cm

Shipping within UK £25

Shipping to USA / Europe £125 by air fully insured

World wide shipping - £165 by air fully insured

Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
26.5cm (10.43")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Dragon-Antiques.com has dated this French Ormolu Cartel Clock to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1021571
Dealers Internal Ref
RSC3303
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Archive II An ornate antique French ormolu cartel wall clock featuring elaborate rococo scrolling, a dolphin motif at the top, and a white enamel dial with black roman numerals. View II
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An ornate antique French ormolu cartel wall clock featuring elaborate rococo scrolling, a dolphin motif at the top, and a white enamel dial with black roman numerals.
Antique French Ormolu Rococo Cartel Wall Clock ~ Dolphin
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  • ObjectWall Clocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRococo
  • Material[Bronze, Ormolu, Enamel, Glass]
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsC-scrolls, Dolphin motif, Acanthus leaves, Roman numerals
  • SizeH 61 cm (24 in) x W 26.5 cm (10 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

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The Rococo style, prominent during the 18th century, is characterised by elaborate asymmetry, C-scrolls, floral motifs, and naturalistic elements such as shells and foliage, designed to create a sense of dynamic movement.

These clocks typically feature a cast bronze base treated with mercury gilding, known as ormolu, housing a brass mechanical movement with enamel dial chapters and steel hands.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-chased surface details after casting, warm patination, and wear patterns consistent with age, whereas reproductions often show uniform modern casting marks and bright, brassy finishes.

Mounting the clock on a plain, neutral wall allows its intricate gilded details to serve as a focal point without overwhelming the surrounding decor, creating a striking contrast between historical craftsmanship and modern minimalism.

Ormolu surfaces should be cleaned solely with a soft, dry microfibre cloth to remove dust, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners, abrasives, or polishes that can strip the historic mercury gilding.
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