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Dupont of Paris Gilded Bronze Mantel Clock
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Dupont of Paris Gilded Bronze Mantel Clock

19th century
Sold 13 February 2025 · Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
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Description

A good quality French mantel clock. The original finish to the gilded bronze case surmounted by a female figure under a palm tree. Finely cast feet with open fretwork, A winged cherub to the frieze. An engine turned silvered dial with 'moon' blued steel hands. Slim case proportions. An 8-day duration mechanism striking the 1/2 hours and hours on a bell with silk suspension. Signed to the mechanism 'Dupont a Paris' who worked at Rue St Martin from 1850-1860.

Height 17" / 43cms Width 10 "/ 26cms Depth 4 1/2 " / 12cms

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd. you can expect a genuine antique mantel clock that is in full working order and sold with 12 months guarantee. Please contact us for further delivery information.

Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Gilded Bronze Mantel Clock to the 1850s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
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SA1025232
Description
A good quality French mantel clock. The original finish to the gilded bronze case surmounted by a female figure under a palm tree. Finely cast feet with open fretwork, A winged cherub to the frieze. An engine turned silvered dial with 'moon' blued steel hands. Slim case proportions. An 8-day duration mechanism striking the 1/2 hours and hours on a bell with silk suspension. Signed to the mechanism 'Dupont a Paris' who worked at Rue St Martin from 1850-1860.
fig 1. An ornate gilded bronze mantel clock featuring a figural sculpture seated beside a palm tree atop a rectangular plinth with relief decoration.
fig 1. Dupont of Paris Gilded Bronze Mantel Clock

Height 17" / 43cms Width 10 "/ 26cms Depth 4 1/2 " / 12cms

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd.

“
you can expect a genuine antique mantel clock that is in full working order and sold with 12 months guarantee.
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

Please contact us for further delivery information.

Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Gilded Bronze Mantel Clock to the 1850s.

Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
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SA1025232
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009
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An ornate gilded bronze mantel clock featuring a figural sculpture seated beside a palm tree atop a rectangular plinth with relief decoration.
Dupont of Paris Gilded Bronze Mantel Clock
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An ornate gilded bronze mantel clock featuring a figural sculpture seated beside a palm tree atop a rectangular plinth with relief decoration.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectClocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Empire
  • MaterialGilded Bronze, Ormolu, Brass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsFigural sculpture, Botanical palm motif, Scroll feet, Floral relief moulding
  • SizeH 43 cm (17 in) x W 26 cm (10 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

FAQs

Gilt bronze or ormolu mantel clocks gained prominence in France during the 18th and 19th centuries, often featuring elaborate neoclassical or romantic sculptural figures crafted by master bronziers.

These pieces are typically constructed using cast bronze that is finished with mercury gilding or electroplating, housing mechanical brass clockwork movements with porcelain or enamel dials.

Authentic pieces feature hand-chased surface details on the bronze, maker signatures on the mechanical movement backplates, cast serial numbers, and genuine wear consistent with age rather than modern chemical aging.

Placed upon a clean-lined modern mantelpiece or credenza, an ornate metallic clock adds a striking focal point and a touch of historic contrast to minimalist or transitional decor schemes.

Dust gently with a dry, soft microfibre cloth, avoid using chemical brass polishes that can strip the delicate original gilding, and have the mechanical movement serviced periodically by a professional horologist.
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