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19th Century French Empire Mantel Clock

Name: 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clock
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1146581
Price: 1850 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by Tim Saltwell Antiques

Description

Pierre-Victor Ledure Bronzier/ Dabert (working Paris1811-1823)

A very fine French Empire mantel clock of petite proportions. The superbly cast and mercury gilded case depicting Music & Poetry. The winged cupid playing the Lyre, a wreath & books to his side over an enamel dial ring, the panel cast with scrolling acanthus & inscribed ‘HOMERE VIRGILE’, flanked by swan mounts. To the right a flaming torchere is supporting a lyre. The stepped base with waterleaf moulding and ball feet. The eight day silk suspension movement countwheel striking the hour & half hour on a bell. Retaining the original matt & burnished gilding.

Height 11 5/8” (29.5cm)

Width 10 1/2” (26.5cm)

Depth 4” (10cm)

French

Circa 1815

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Physical Dimensions

Height

29.5cm (11.61")

Width

26.5cm (10.43")

Depth

10cm (3.94")

Declaration

Tim Saltwell Antiques has dated this French Empire Mantel Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1146581

Dealers Internal Reference

4580

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Description

Pierre-Victor Ledure Bronzier/ Dabert (working Paris1811-1823)

A very fine French Empire mantel clock of petite proportions. The superbly cast and mercury gilded case depicting Music & Poetry.

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The winged cupid playing the Lyre, a wreath & books to his side over an enamel dial ring, the panel cast with scrolling acanthus & inscribed ‘HOMERE VIRGILE’, flanked by swan mounts.

Tim Saltwell Antiques

To the right a flaming torchere is supporting a lyre. The stepped base with waterleaf moulding and ball feet. The eight day silk suspension movement countwheel striking the hour & half hour on a bell. Retaining the original matt & burnished gilding.

Height 11 5/8” (29.5cm)

Width 10 1/2” (26.5cm)

Depth 4” (10cm)

French

Circa 1815

Please email or phone for details regarding delivery/postage quotes.

Physical Dimensions

Height

29.5cm (11.61")

Width

26.5cm (10.43")

Depth

10cm (3.94")

Date of Manufacture

Tim Saltwell Antiques has dated this French Empire Mantel Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1146581

Dealers Internal Ref

4580

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Tim Saltwell Antiques

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Specialists in 19th century english & continental furniture

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A 19th-century French Empire gilt bronze mantel clock featuring a cherub figure holding a lyre alongside classical decorative elements.

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French Empire mantel clocks originated during the early 19th century under Napoleon Bonaparte, drawing inspiration from classical Greek, Roman, and Egyptian antiquity. They typically feature heavy gilt bronze (ormolu) construction, sharp geometric bases, and detailed allegorical or classical figures.

These clocks were primarily constructed using mercury-gilded bronze, commonly known as ormolu, combined with cast brass movements and hand-painted enamel dials. Some variations incorporate marble, porphyry, or dark patinated bronze elements to create visual contrast against the gilded finish.

Authentic period pieces exhibit finely hand-chased gilding with realistic detail in the figures and foliage, along with silk-thread or countwheel mechanical movements. Look for cast bronze assembly marks on the reverse and genuine fire-gilded patina, which ages differently from modern lacquer or electroplated finishes.

Position the timepiece as a central focal point on a marble fireplace mantelpiece, credenza, or console table. Pair it with minimalistic architectural decor or contemporary artwork to allow the intricate gilded relief work to stand out.

Dust the gilded surfaces gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush, avoiding abrasive chemicals, water, or commercial metal polishes that strip original fire-gilding. Mechanical clock movements should be serviced by a professional horologist every five to seven years.

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