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French Louis XV Style Brass Gilt Mantel Clock by Japy Freres

Name: French Louis XV Style Brass Gilt Mantel Clock by Japy Freres
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1112035
Price: 1450 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

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Description

A very good quality French 19th century brass gilt antique mantel clock in the Louis XV style with scroll design throughout, floral bezel and foliate finial to the top.

The clock has a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and an eight day duration movement with outside count wheel which strikes the hours and half hours on a bell.

The movement back plate is stamped with the makers name -

Japy Freres

The clock movement has been cleaned and serviced and comes with a 12 month guarantee.

Height – 35.5 cm (14 inches)

Width – 25.5 cm (10 inches)

Depth – 16 cm (6 ¼ inches)

Circa – 1880??

Physical Dimensions

Height

35.5cm (13.98")

Width

25.5cm (10.04")

Depth

16cm (6.30")

Declaration

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has dated this French Gilt Brass Mantel Clock to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

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SA1112035

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ABOUT - Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has been established in Macclesfield, Cheshire for 35 years. We sell high quality antique furniture, clocks, lighting and decorative items ready for your home, to the general public and interior designers around the world from our showroom. Our stock inventory consists of decorative Continental, English and Oriental items ranging from the 18th century through to the 20th century.

PAYMENT - We accept BACS payment but we also accept debit and credit card and PayPal through our own website. All items come with an invoice with description and age.

Description

A very good quality French 19th century brass gilt antique mantel clock in the Louis XV style with scroll design throughout, floral bezel and foliate finial to the top.

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The clock has a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and an eight day duration movement with outside count wheel which strikes the hours and half hours on a bell.

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fig 1. An ornate French Louis XV style gilt brass mantel clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and intricate scrollwork. — fig 1. French Louis XV Style Brass Gilt Mantel Clock by Japy Freres

The movement back plate is stamped with the makers name -

Japy Freres

The clock movement has been cleaned and serviced and comes with a 12 month guarantee.

Height – 35.5 cm (14 inches)

Width – 25.5 cm (10 inches)

Depth – 16 cm (6 ¼ inches)

Circa – 1880??

Physical Dimensions

Height

35.5cm (13.98")

Width

25.5cm (10.04")

Depth

16cm (6.30")

Date of Manufacture

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has dated this French Gilt Brass Mantel Clock to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

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SA1112035

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The Louis XV style, prevalent during the 18th century and revived in the 19th century, is characterised by asymmetrical designs, naturalistic curves, scrolls, and rocaille motifs.

These pieces typically feature fire-gilded brass or bronze, commonly known as ormolu, encasing precision mechanical movements crafted by renowned makers such as Japy Freres.

Authenticity is determined by examining the makers stamps on the brass movement backplate, the quality of the chased or cast ornamentation, and the presence of hand-painted enamel dials.

Maintenance involves dusting gently with a soft, dry cloth, avoiding chemical cleaning agents that can strip the gilding, and having the mechanical movement professionally serviced every few years.

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