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French White Marble and Ormolu Mantel Clock
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French White Marble and Ormolu Mantel Clock

19th century
Sold 3 October 2025 · Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
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A most attractive small French white marble and ormolu Mantle/Mantel Clock Surmounted by classically shaped lidded urn with flower head finnial and draped all round with floral garlands. The white enamel and hand painted dial is set into the ormolu case with fine ribbon-tied floral crest and flanked on all four sides by scrolled pillars. Raised on a white marble base with ormolu feet and inset ormolu panel.

Below the dial, the visible sun-burst ormolu pendulum is set behind a pair of tied and crossed torches.

Eight day movement chiming the hours and half hours. Recently fully professionally serviced and checked over.

Physical Dimensions
Height
37.5cm (14.76")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd. has dated this French Ormolu Mantel Clock to the 19th Century.

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SA1123103
Dealers Internal Reference
400342
Description
A most attractive small French white marble and ormolu Mantle/Mantel Clock Surmounted by classically shaped lidded urn with flower head finnial and draped all round with floral garlands.
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The white enamel and hand painted dial is set into the ormolu case with fine ribbon-tied floral crest and flanked on all four sides by scrolled pillars.
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.

Raised on a white marble base with ormolu feet and inset ormolu panel.

fig 1. An ornate French mantel clock featuring white marble and gilded ormolu mounts with a visible pendulum.
fig 1. French White Marble and Ormolu Mantel Clock

Below the dial, the visible sun-burst ormolu pendulum is set behind a pair of tied and crossed torches.

Eight day movement chiming the hours and half hours. Recently fully professionally serviced and checked over.

Height
37.5cm (14.76")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd. has dated this French Ormolu Mantel Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1123103
Dealers Internal Ref
400342
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2019
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd. Profile Page

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Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.

Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 01303 221229
Location
Faversham
Kent
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/christopherbuck
Verified Since Aug 2019
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Items Sold 318
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An ornate French mantel clock featuring white marble and gilded ormolu mounts with a visible pendulum.
French White Marble and Ormolu Mantel Clock
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An ornate French mantel clock featuring white marble and gilded ormolu mounts with a visible pendulum.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectMantel Clocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialWhite Marble, Ormolu, Glass
  • ColourWhite and Gold
  • MotifsGilt bronze mounts, Visible pendulum, Urn finial, Floral dial
  • SizeH 37.5 cm (15 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 17 cm (7 in)

FAQs

French ormolu mantel clocks gained prominence during the 18th and 19th centuries, reflecting the neoclassical and rococo revival tastes popular among the European aristocracy.

These timepieces are constructed using white marble bases and fire-gilded bronze, known as ormolu, housing intricate mechanical clock movements behind glazed panels.

Authentic pieces feature hand-chased gilding details, high-quality mechanical movements with serial numbers, and natural aged patination on the bronze and marble surfaces.

Place the clock as a focal point on a mantelpiece or console table, allowing its metallic lustre and classic silhouette to contrast with minimalist contemporary decor.

Clean the marble gently with a soft, damp cloth and avoid harsh chemical cleaners on the delicate ormolu surface to preserve the original gilding.
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