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French Ormolu Bronze Striking Enamel Mantel Clock 1890s

Name: French Ormolu Bronze Striking Enamel Mantel Clock 1890s
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1098741
Price: 1695 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

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Description

Hi

I have for sale a very heavy solid ormolu bronze mantle clock with stunning enamel inlay, made in France around 1880 -1900, this is a very rare style mantle clock in very good original condition the size of a standard carriage clock running via a platform fully restored movement.

The Case

The case is in solid bronze with stunning inset gilded flower swags in fact everywhere you look something is happening, this beautiful clock stands 24cm high x 13cm wide with a depth of 9cm.

The Dial

The dial is in original condition gilded with an enamel centre of swags of flowers housed within with a heavy gilded brass bezel, the clock also retains its original steel moon hands.

The Movement

The movement is an eight-day time and strike which stikes the hours and half hours on a small gong to the rear, the movement has been fully restored and serviced so keeping great time over the eight days via the platform escapement.

Overall a very beautiful and very heavy top-end quality French mantle clock by a quality French maker that looks stunning on display and contains all of its original features this is quite a rare find these days find another like this one only for the best collections.

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Physical Dimensions

Height

24cm (9.45")

Width

13cm (5.12")

Depth

9cm (3.54")

Declaration

Arundel Clocks has dated this French Ormolu Mantel Clock to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

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SA1098741

Dealers Internal Reference

Ormolu Striker C

Dealers Notes

Gary, our in-house Horologist, is always happy to discuss your individual requirements: +44 7903 932602

Description

I have for sale a very heavy solid ormolu bronze mantle clock with stunning enamel inlay, made in France around 1880 -1900, this is a very rare style mantle clock in very good original condition the size of a standard carriage clock running via a platform fully restored movement.

fig 1. A late 19th-century French Rococo revival mantel clock crafted in gilt bronze ormolu with blue and cream champleve enamel detailing. — fig 1. French Ormolu Bronze Striking Enamel Mantel Clock 1890s

The Case

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The case is in solid bronze with stunning inset gilded flower swags in fact everywhere you look something is happening, this beautiful clock stands 24cm high x 13cm wide with a depth of 9cm.

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The Dial

fig 2. A late 19th-century French Rococo revival mantel clock crafted in gilt bronze ormolu with blue and cream champleve enamel detailing. — fig 2. French Ormolu Bronze Striking Enamel Mantel Clock 1890s

The dial is in original condition gilded with an enamel centre of swags of flowers housed within with a heavy gilded brass bezel, the clock also retains its original steel moon hands.

The Movement

The movement is an eight-day time and strike which stikes the hours and half hours on a small gong to the rear, the movement has been fully restored and serviced so keeping great time over the eight days via the platform escapement.

fig 3. A late 19th-century French Rococo revival mantel clock crafted in gilt bronze ormolu with blue and cream champleve enamel detailing. — fig 3. French Ormolu Bronze Striking Enamel Mantel Clock 1890s

Overall a very beautiful and very heavy top-end quality French mantle clock by a quality French maker that looks stunning on display and contains all of its original features this is quite a rare find these days find another like this one only for the best collections.

Will post worldwide.

Physical Dimensions

Height

24cm (9.45")

Width

13cm (5.12")

Depth

9cm (3.54")

Date of Manufacture

Arundel Clocks has dated this French Ormolu Mantel Clock to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1098741

Dealers Internal Ref

Ormolu Striker C

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French ormolu mantel clocks from the late 19th century typically feature gilt-bronze mounts adorned with intricate Rococo revival scrolls, classical motifs, and colourful champleve enamel work. These horological decorative pieces were designed to sit prominently on fireplace mantels in affluent nineteenth-century homes.

These clocks were crafted using cast bronze treated with mercury gilding or electroplating alongside champleve or cloisonne enamel panels. The mechanical movements were built with brass plates, steel pinions, and pendulum regulators, housed behind glass bezels with enamel dials.

Authentic pieces generally feature French movement maker stamps, such as marks from Japy Freres or Samuel Marti, alongside serial numbers on the back plate. Look for hand-finished bronze casting, heavy visual weight, genuine champleve enamel work, and appropriate age-related wear on the gilded surfaces.

Position the clock as a central focal piece on a fireplace mantel, sideboard top, or formal executive desk to create a contrast against minimalist backdrops. Pair it with muted ceramic vases or subtle contemporary artwork to highlight its intricate gilding and enamel detailing without cluttering the display.

Dust the gilt bronze and enamel exterior regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or fine brush, avoiding abrasive chemical cleaners or water that can damage gilding. Mechanical movements should be professionally serviced, oiled, and balanced every five to seven years by a qualified horologist.

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