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A French Gilt Mantel Clock
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A French Gilt Mantel Clock

19th century
Sold 31 May 2025 · Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
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A French gilt bronze mantel clock. A well detailed classical Roman philosopher with a scroll. The case has nicely detailed foliage beneath the seated figure and to the case front. An enamel dial with blued steel hands. An 8-day duration mechanism striking the 1/2 hours and hours on a bell. Circa 1880.

Height 16 1/2" / 42 cms Width 16 " / 41 cms Depth 6 1/2 " / 16 cms.

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine antique mantle clock that is in full working order and sold with 12 months guarantee. We can send you a Whatsapp video in more detail. We are members of the British Watch and Clockmakers Guild. Please contact us for delivery information.

Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this French Gilt Mantel Clock to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
42cm (16.54")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Reference Numbers
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SA1074803
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A French gilt bronze mantel clock. A well detailed classical Roman philosopher with a scroll. The case has nicely detailed foliage beneath the seated figure and to the case front. An enamel dial with blued steel hands. An 8-day duration mechanism striking the 1/2 hours and hours on a bell. Circa 1880.
fig 1. An ornate French gilt mantel clock featuring a seated figural sculpture atop a decorated base with a white enamel dial.
fig 1. A French Gilt Mantel Clock

Height 16 1/2" / 42 cms Width 16 " / 41 cms Depth 6 1/2 " / 16 cms.

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

We can send you a Whatsapp video in more detail. We are members of the British Watch and Clockmakers Guild. Please contact us for delivery information.

Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this French Gilt Mantel Clock to the Victorian era.

Height
42cm (16.54")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Reference Numbers
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SA1074803
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009
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An ornate French gilt mantel clock featuring a seated figural sculpture atop a decorated base with a white enamel dial.
A French Gilt Mantel Clock
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An ornate French gilt mantel clock featuring a seated figural sculpture atop a decorated base with a white enamel dial.
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  • ObjectClocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Chateau
  • Material[Bronze, Brass, Enamel]
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsFigural sculpture, Scrollwork, Floral relief, Enamel dial
  • SizeH 42 cm (17 in) x W 41 cm (16 in) x D 16 cm (6 in)

A French gilt mantel clock is a decorative timepiece produced in France, typically during the 18th and 19th centuries, featuring a cast metal case coated in gold leaf or mercury gilding.

These clocks are primarily constructed from cast bronze, brass, or spelter, finished with fire gilding or ormolu, and house mechanical brass clockwork movements with enamel dials.

Authentic pieces often feature hand-chased surface details, serial numbers or maker signatures stamped on the brass movement plates, and natural wear consistent with age.

It can be placed prominently on a fireplace mantel or console table to add classic focal point interest, contrasting effectively against minimalist or contemporary surroundings.

Preservation requires avoiding chemical cleaners that damage the delicate gold finish, keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and humidity, and having the mechanical movement serviced periodically by a professional horologist.
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