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Louis Xvi Antique French Gilt Bronze Cartel Wall Clock
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Louis Xvi Antique French Gilt Bronze Cartel Wall Clock

19th century
Description

~ French - Circa 1890 ~

~~ Excellent condition, fully overhauled ~~

A large and impressive antique French cartel wall clock by A. D. Mougin. Beautifully modelled in the classical style of Louis XVI, in gilded bronze. Shield shaped with acanthus enveloping from the bottom, to the top a flaming urn.

The large dial is porcelain enamel on copper with finely cut gilt brass hands and convex glass.

The French movement is of high quality and is by A. D. Mougin. It is in excellent clean and running condition having been fully overhauled by our clockmaker. Pendulum is original. It runs for 8 days and strikes the hours and halves on a bell. We have a video of the clock, please ask and we will send you a link or paste the following into your browser: https://www.facebook.com/DragonAntiques/videos/1142738766736121

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 condition with no damage.

A. D. Mougin clockmaker's mark on the movement backplate

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

Dimensions of clock:

inches: Height 24 3/4", Width 12 1/4", Depth 5 1/4"

centimetres: Height 63 cm, Width 31 cm, Depth 13.5 cm

Shipping within UK £25

Shipping to USA / Europe £125 by air fully insured

World wide shipping - £175 by air fully insured

Physical Dimensions
Height
63cm (24.80")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
13.5cm (5.31")
Declaration

Dragon-Antiques.com has dated this Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock to the 1890s.

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SA1062242
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Description
~ French - Circa 1890 ~

~~ Excellent condition, fully overhauled ~~

A large and impressive antique French cartel wall clock by A. D. Mougin. Beautifully modelled in the classical style of Louis XVI, in gilded bronze. Shield shaped with acanthus enveloping from the bottom, to the top a flaming urn.

fig 1. A Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel wall clock featuring an urn finial, detailed acanthus leaf scrolls, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals.
fig 1. Louis Xvi Antique French Gilt Bronze Cartel Wall Clock

The large dial is porcelain enamel on copper with finely cut gilt brass hands and convex glass.

The French movement is of high quality and is by A. D. Mougin. It is in excellent clean and running condition having been fully overhauled by our clockmaker. Pendulum is original. It runs for 8 days and strikes the hours and halves on a bell.

“
We have a video of the clock, please ask and we will send you a link or paste the following into your browser: https://www.
Dragon-Antiques.com

facebook.com/DragonAntiques/videos/1142738766736121

fig 2. A Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel wall clock featuring an urn finial, detailed acanthus leaf scrolls, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals.
fig 2. Louis Xvi Antique French Gilt Bronze Cartel Wall Clock

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 condition with no damage.

A. D. Mougin clockmaker's mark on the movement backplate

fig 3. A Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel wall clock featuring an urn finial, detailed acanthus leaf scrolls, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals.
fig 3. Louis Xvi Antique French Gilt Bronze Cartel Wall Clock

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

Dimensions of clock:

inches: Height 24 3/4", Width 12 1/4", Depth 5 1/4"

centimetres: Height 63 cm, Width 31 cm, Depth 13.5 cm

Shipping within UK £25

Shipping to USA / Europe £125 by air fully insured

World wide shipping - £175 by air fully insured

Height
63cm (24.80")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
13.5cm (5.31")
Date of Manufacture

Dragon-Antiques.com has dated this Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1062242
Dealers Internal Ref
RSC3618
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Archive I A Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel wall clock featuring an urn finial, detailed acanthus leaf scrolls, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals.

Louis XVI Antique French Gilt Bronze Cartel Wall Clock

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Archive V A Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel wall clock featuring an urn finial, detailed acanthus leaf scrolls, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals. View V
Archive VI A Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel wall clock featuring an urn finial, detailed acanthus leaf scrolls, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals. View VI
Archive VII A Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel wall clock featuring an urn finial, detailed acanthus leaf scrolls, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals. View VII
Archive VIII A Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel wall clock featuring an urn finial, detailed acanthus leaf scrolls, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals. View VIII
Archive IX A Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel wall clock featuring an urn finial, detailed acanthus leaf scrolls, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals. View IX
Archive X A Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel wall clock featuring an urn finial, detailed acanthus leaf scrolls, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals. View X
Archive XI A Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel wall clock featuring an urn finial, detailed acanthus leaf scrolls, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals. View XI
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Archive XIII A Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel wall clock featuring an urn finial, detailed acanthus leaf scrolls, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals. View XIII
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A Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel wall clock featuring an urn finial, detailed acanthus leaf scrolls, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals.
Louis XVI Antique French Gilt Bronze Cartel Wall Clock
Ref: SA1062242
A Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel wall clock featuring an urn finial, detailed acanthus leaf scrolls, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals.
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FAQs

A Louis XVI cartel clock is a French wall-mounted clock characterised by neoclassical design motifs, such as urns, laurel swags, acanthus leaves, and symmetrical cast-bronze framing. Originating in the 18th century, these clocks feature decorative ormolu cases designed to be hung directly on a wall.

Cartel clocks were typically crafted from cast bronze that was mercury-gilded (ormolu) to create a durable gold finish. The clock dials were usually made of enamel painted with Roman and Arabic numerals, housing brass pendulum-driven movements.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-chased mercury gilding with precise detail, hand-painted enamel dial plates, and solid cast-bronze casing with evidence of hand-finishing on the reverse. Look for winding holes on the dial face and period-appropriate French movement maker stamps.

A gilt bronze cartel clock serves as a focal point when mounted above a fireplace mantelboard, console table, or within a curated wall display. Combining period gilt metalwork with understated background surfaces highlights the detailed casting and warm metallic finish.

Clean gilt bronze using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or soft brush to remove dust from relief work. Avoid liquid polishes, water, or chemical cleaners, as these can strip original gilding and cause irreversible surface damage.
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