Edwardian Balloon Mantel Clock 1900 - 1920

Name: Wonderful Quality Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Balloon Shaped Mantle Clock
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1061420
Price: 495 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectMantel Clocks
Period1900 - 1920
StyleEdwardian
MaterialMahogany, Brass, Enamel, Glass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsBalloon shape, Marquetry inlay, White enamel dial, Stepped base
SizeH 31 cm (12 in) x W 19 cm (7 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

This Edwardian mantel clock dates from 1900 and takes a traditional balloon shape executed in warm brown mahogany. The timber case incorporates delicate satinwood marquetry inlay on the front column, a round white enamel dial featuring black Arabic numerals, a curved brass bezel enclosing the glass face, and a stepped wooden base with dark moulding running along the bottom edge. Two winding holes are visible on the lower portion of the enamel dial. Measuring 31 cm high, 19 cm wide and 12 cm deep, this clock fits easily onto a mantelpiece or a side table in a living room, study or hallway. The warm timber tones suit both traditional English country house interiors and more pared-back contemporary settings as a functional timepiece.

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The balloon mantel clock is defined by its distinctive waist-shaped wooden casing that tapers before flaring out to a solid base. Originating in 18th-century France and widely popularised during the Edwardian period in Britain, these clocks were designed to adorn domestic mantelpieces and sideboards.

Edwardian mantel clocks were typically constructed using fine mahogany or walnut veneers, often adorned with boxwood or satinwood marquetry inlays. They feature brass bezels, glass crystal face covers, and painted or white enamelled dials with mechanical brass clockwork mechanisms.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-finished marquetry inlays flush with the surrounding wood veneer, genuine mechanical movement mechanisms with winding arbors on the dial, and natural age-related patination on the brass bezel and timber surface.

Place the clock centrally on a modern fireplace mantelpiece or bookshelf to act as a focal point. Contrast its historic timber tones against neutral paint backdrops alongside contemporary minimalist ceramics or framed artwork.

Dust the exterior wood regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish occasionally along the grain. Keep the clock away from direct heat sources and high humidity to prevent timber movement, and ensure the mechanical movement is serviced periodically by a qualified horologist.

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Wonderful Quality Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Balloon Shaped Mantle Clock

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