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19th Century French Mantle Clock Circa 1875. Ormolu Mantel Clock.
Frank Craig Antiques
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19th Century French Mantle Clock Circa 1875. Ormolu Mantel Clock.

19th century
Description

A most decorative French mantle clock surmounted by a group of infant musicians dancing and playing instruments, over a dial with segmented Roman numerals. The eight day movement by the renowned maker, RAINGO FRERES and bearing their stamp, strikes the hour and half hour on a cast bell giving a lovely mellow chime. This clock would grace the finest of homes. For further clocks of interest. Scroll down to our stock page here or visit our website www.frankcraigantiques,com

Physical Dimensions
Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Frank Craig Antiques has dated this French Ormolu Mantel Clock to the Victorian era.

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SA1034857
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1457
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A most decorative French mantle clock surmounted by a group of infant musicians dancing and playing instruments, over a dial with segmented Roman numerals.
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The eight day movement by the renowned maker, RAINGO FRERES and bearing their stamp, strikes the hour and half hour on a cast bell giving a lovely mellow chime.
Frank Craig Antiques

This clock would grace the finest of homes. For further clocks of interest. Scroll down to our stock page here or visit our website www.frankcraigantiques,com

Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Frank Craig Antiques has dated this French Ormolu Mantel Clock to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1034857
Dealers Internal Ref
1457
Frank Craig Antiques
Frank Craig Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2018

Decorative antiques and works of art. Silver jewellery paintings clocks & curios . We can deliver worldwide.

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A 19th-century French ormolu mantel clock featuring patinated bronze putti figures atop an ornate gilt bronze rococo base with enamel dial numerals.
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A 19th-century French ormolu mantel clock featuring patinated bronze putti figures atop an ornate gilt bronze rococo base with enamel dial numerals.
19th century French mantle clock circa 1875. Ormolu Mantel clock.
Ref: SA1034857
A 19th-century French ormolu mantel clock featuring patinated bronze putti figures atop an ornate gilt bronze rococo base with enamel dial numerals.
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French ormolu mantel clocks from the 19th century typically feature gilded bronze cases decorated with Rococo or Neoclassical motifs, sculptural figures, and precise mechanical horological movements designed for display on a fireplace mantelpiece.

These timepieces traditionally combine cast patinated bronze figures with gilt bronze (ormolu) bases, brass clockwork movements, and hand-painted enamel Roman numeral dial markers.

Authentic period examples often feature maker stamps or serial numbers on the rear movement movement plate, hand-chased gilding on the bronze structure, and individual enamel cartouches fitted into the dial.

Place the timepiece as a central focal point on a marble mantelpiece, console table, or deep shelf, balancing its detailed metalwork against clean architectural backgrounds or minimalist artwork.

Dust the exterior casing regularly using a dry microfibre cloth or soft brush, avoiding chemical solvents that can damage original gilding, and have the mechanical movement lubricated by a professional horologist every five years.
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