What materials are traditionally used in antique French mantel clock construction?

These clocks are crafted using rich timber veneers such as mahogany, complemented by fine boxwood stringing inlay, cast brass bezels, and white enamel dials.

How do you identify an authentic period mantel clock?

Authentic period clocks feature heavy brass clockwork movements often stamped with maker trade marks, enamelled or brass dials, and period-appropriate cabinet joinery.

How can a mantel clock be styled in a modern interior space?

Position the piece as a focal point on a fireplace mantelpiece, a study desk, or a dining room sideboard alongside understated decorative glassware or artwork.

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French Belle Epoque Mahogany Mantel Clock

Name: French Belle Epoque Mahogany Mantel Clock
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1148044
Price: 790 GBP
Availability: InStock

1900 - 1920

For Sale by Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors

Description

A good quality French, Belle Epoque figured mahogany lancet top antique mantel clock from the Edwardian period. The clock has boxwood string inlay to the front of the case with brass axe head handles to the sides and is stood on brass bracket feet.

The clock has a white enamel dial with Arabic numerals and a French eight day duration movement which strikes the hours and half hours on a gong.

Height - 30 cm (11 ¾ inches)

Width - 20 cm (8 inches)

Depth - 13 cm (5 inches)

Circa - 1900

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Delivery is free for most of the mainland UK. If you are interested in purchasing and are outside the UK mainland or in the Scottish Highlands please get in touch first for a shipping quote. If you are an overseas buyer please contact us with your address so we can provide you with an accurate shipping quote and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

This item will be dispatched within a couple of working days of purchase. Delivery is usually next day and items will be provided with a tracking number. They are packaged to a high standard, double boxed, bubble wrapped and bedded in foam. Our preferred courier is Parcelforce, however we may send with a different courier occasionally.

All of our items can be collected.

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Physical Dimensions

Height

30cm (11.81")

Width

20cm (7.87")

Depth

13cm (5.12")

Declaration

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has dated this Mahogany Arched Mantel Clock to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

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SA1148044

Dealers Notes

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 good quality French, Belle Epoque figured mahogany lancet top antique mantel clock from the Edwardian period.

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The clock has boxwood string inlay to the front of the case with brass axe head handles to the sides and is stood on brass bracket feet.

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fig 1. A French Belle Epoque arched mahogany mantel clock featuring a white enamel dial, brass bezel, and fine stringing inlay. — fig 1. French Belle Epoque Mahogany Mantel Clock

The clock has a white enamel dial with Arabic numerals and a French eight day duration movement which strikes the hours and half hours on a gong.

Height - 30 cm (11 ¾ inches)

Width - 20 cm (8 inches)

Depth - 13 cm (5 inches)

fig 2. A French Belle Epoque arched mahogany mantel clock featuring a white enamel dial, brass bezel, and fine stringing inlay. — fig 2. French Belle Epoque Mahogany Mantel Clock

Circa - 1900

Delivery is free for most of the mainland UK. If you are interested in purchasing and are outside the UK mainland or in the Scottish Highlands please get in touch first for a shipping quote. If you are an overseas buyer please contact us with your address so we can provide you with an accurate shipping quote and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

fig 3. A French Belle Epoque arched mahogany mantel clock featuring a white enamel dial, brass bezel, and fine stringing inlay. — fig 3. French Belle Epoque Mahogany Mantel Clock

This item will be dispatched within a couple of working days of purchase. Delivery is usually next day and items will be provided with a tracking number. They are packaged to a high standard, double boxed, bubble wrapped and bedded in foam. Our preferred courier is Parcelforce, however we may send with a different courier occasionally.

All of our items can be collected.

View more items on our website www.arrowsmithantiques.com

Physical Dimensions

Height

30cm (11.81")

Width

20cm (7.87")

Depth

13cm (5.12")

Date of Manufacture

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has dated this Mahogany Arched Mantel Clock to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

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SA1148044

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Produced during the late 19th to early 20th century, these French timepieces reflect the elegance of the era, combining refined cabinetmaking with reliable spring-driven mechanical movements.

Dust the wooden case with a soft dry cloth, wind the mechanical movement regularly using the correct key, and maintain a stable indoor environment away from direct heat sources.

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