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Champleve Enamel Mantle Clock, 19th Century.
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
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Champleve Enamel Mantle Clock, 19th Century.

19th century
Description

A fine quality late 19th Century French gilded ormolu Champleve enamel mantle clock, having an urn finial to the top, columns supported by winged sphinx's. The eight day duration clock, strikes on the hour and half hour.

batch 81 63131 TNKZZ

Physical Dimensions
Height
67cm (26.38")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Champleve Enamel Mantel Clock to the 19th Century.

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SA1090816
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SKU00002346
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Description
A fine quality late 19th Century French gilded ormolu Champleve enamel mantle clock, having an urn finial to the top, columns supported by winged sphinx's. The eight day duration clock, strikes on the hour and half hour.

batch 81 63131 TNKZZ

Height
67cm (26.38")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Champleve Enamel Mantel Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1090816
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00002346
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2018

Patrick moorhead has been one of the uk's finest trade-only antique furniture and art dealers for over 30 years.

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A 19th-century gilt bronze mantel clock featuring turquoise floral champleve enamel detailing, winged sphinx supports, and a urn-shaped top finial.
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Archive I A 19th-century gilt bronze mantel clock featuring turquoise floral champleve enamel detailing, winged sphinx supports, and a urn-shaped top finial.

Champleve enamel mantle clock, 19th Century.

Archive II A 19th-century gilt bronze mantel clock featuring turquoise floral champleve enamel detailing, winged sphinx supports, and a urn-shaped top finial. View II
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Archive IV A 19th-century gilt bronze mantel clock featuring turquoise floral champleve enamel detailing, winged sphinx supports, and a urn-shaped top finial. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century gilt bronze mantel clock featuring turquoise floral champleve enamel detailing, winged sphinx supports, and a urn-shaped top finial. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century gilt bronze mantel clock featuring turquoise floral champleve enamel detailing, winged sphinx supports, and a urn-shaped top finial. View VI
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Patrick Moorhead Antiques
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A 19th-century gilt bronze mantel clock featuring turquoise floral champleve enamel detailing, winged sphinx supports, and a urn-shaped top finial.
Champleve enamel mantle clock, 19th Century.
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A 19th-century gilt bronze mantel clock featuring turquoise floral champleve enamel detailing, winged sphinx supports, and a urn-shaped top finial.
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A champleve enamel mantel clock is a decorative timepiece featuring metalwork decorated using the champleve technique, where recessed cells carved into bronze or brass are filled with vitreous enamel paste and fired. Popularised in France during the 19th century, these clocks typically feature gilt bronze mounts and elaborate historicist styling.

These timepieces are constructed primarily from cast bronze or brass, which is often gilded (ormolu). The decorative panels and dials consist of vitreous enamel fired into carved recesses, while mechanical clock movements are framed with glass panels.

Authentic 19th-century pieces display finely hand-chased metal details, heavy cast bronze construction, and evidence of mercury gilding or natural oxidisation in low-relief areas. Mechanical movements are typically stamped with French maker marks, serial numbers, or exhibition medallions on the back plate.

Position the clock as a focal decorative object on a fireplace mantelpiece, marble console table, or dark wood sideboard. Pairing the gilded finish and vibrant enamel colours against neutral wall backdrop creates a refined visual anchor in both classical and contemporary rooms.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or a natural bristle brush to reach recessed areas. Avoid water, harsh chemical cleaners, or abrasive polishes, as these can strip original gilding and damage delicate vitreous enamel.
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