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French Empire Clock with Lion.
Masons Antiques
for sale €1,931     $2,096
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French Empire Clock with Lion.

19th century
For Sale by Masons Antiques
Description

A very attractive and unusual French Empire clock.

The body of the clock is constructed from solid brass, painted black, with fire-gilded rococo style embellishments to the base and sides. There is a large, beautifully cast, gilded lion (possibly associated) to the top, giving a charmingly appealing overall work of art. It has a silvered dial with black Roman numerals and finely cut hands.

The 8 day movement, with silk suspension, strikes the half-hour and the hour on a bell, with a clear, crisp tone. It has just been fully overhauled by our BHI registered horologist and carries our usual 12mths full parts and labour guarantee.

A really lovely, one off clock.

All cards accepted.

Physical Dimensions
Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Declaration

Masons Antiques has dated this French Empire Lion Clock to the 1850s.

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SA1066114
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Masons Antiques are specialist suppliers of high quality, guaranteed, antique clocks.

Description
A very attractive and unusual French Empire clock.
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The body of the clock is constructed from solid brass, painted black, with fire-gilded rococo style embellishments to the base and sides.
Masons Antiques

There is a large, beautifully cast, gilded lion (possibly associated) to the top, giving a charmingly appealing overall work of art. It has a silvered dial with black Roman numerals and finely cut hands.

fig 1. A French Empire style mantel clock featuring a gilded lion sculpture on top of a black rectangular casing adorned with gold acanthus mounts and a central clock dial.
fig 1. French Empire Clock with Lion.

The 8 day movement, with silk suspension, strikes the half-hour and the hour on a bell, with a clear, crisp tone. It has just been fully overhauled by our BHI registered horologist and carries our usual 12mths full parts and labour guarantee.

A really lovely, one off clock.

All cards accepted.

Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

Masons Antiques has dated this French Empire Lion Clock to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1066114
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French Empire Clock with Lion.

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A French Empire style mantel clock featuring a gilded lion sculpture on top of a black rectangular casing adorned with gold acanthus mounts and a central clock dial.
French Empire Clock with Lion.
Ref: SA1066114
A French Empire style mantel clock featuring a gilded lion sculpture on top of a black rectangular casing adorned with gold acanthus mounts and a central clock dial.
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French Empire mantel clocks originated during the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte in the early 19th century. They are characterized by neoclassical symmetry, dark stone or wooden bases, and gilded bronze ormolu figures depicting military, classical, or animal subjects.

These timepieces were typically constructed using cast bronze with mercurial fire-gilding, known as ormolu, mounted on dark marble, slate, or ebonised wood. The dials were commonly white enamel with hand-painted Roman numerals and brass movements.

Authentic period pieces feature heavy cast-bronze components with detailed chasing, hand-cut gear teeth, and mercury-gilded surfaces that display natural oxidisation in recessed areas. Movements generally utilise silk-thread suspensions or count-wheel strike systems original to the early 1800s.

Place the clock as a central focal point on a marble mantelpiece, dark sideboard, or console table. Pairing the piece with clean-lined contemporary artwork or muted architectural elements balances the ornate gilded finish.

Dust the exterior regularly using a soft, dry camel-hair brush or microfibre cloth to clean detailed scrollwork. Avoid liquid metal polishes or abrasive chemical cleaners, as these strip original mercury gilding; mechanical movements require servicing by a qualified horologist every three to five years.
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