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French Commemorative Clock
Samuel Orr Antique Clocks
for sale €1,404     $1,524
£1,200

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French Commemorative Clock

19th century
Description

French date c1880,gong strike hours&half,a very splendid clock.

Physical Dimensions
Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Samuel Orr Antique Clocks has dated this French Bronze Clock Garniture to the Victorian era.

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SA1151124
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Lion
Description
French date c1880,gong strike hours&half,a very splendid clock.
Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Samuel Orr Antique Clocks has dated this French Bronze Clock Garniture to the Victorian era.

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SA1151124
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Lion
Samuel Orr Antique Clocks
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An antique French mantel clock garniture set featuring a black stone clock topped with a bronze lion alongside two matching classical urns.
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Archive I An antique French mantel clock garniture set featuring a black stone clock topped with a bronze lion alongside two matching classical urns.

French commemorative clock

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Samuel Orr Antique Clocks
Telephone 07860 230888
Location
36 High Street
Hurstpierpoint
Hassocks
West Sussex
BN6 9RG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/clockshop
Verified Since Aug 2023
Items For Sale 38
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Samuel Orr Antique Clocks
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Location: 36 High Street, Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 9RG, United Kingdom
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An antique French mantel clock garniture set featuring a black stone clock topped with a bronze lion alongside two matching classical urns.
French commemorative clock
Ref: SA1151124
An antique French mantel clock garniture set featuring a black stone clock topped with a bronze lion alongside two matching classical urns.
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A French clock garniture set is a decorative mantelpiece ensemble originating in France during the 18th and 19th centuries. It typically comprises a central pendulum timepiece accompanied by a symmetrical pair of matching ornamental sidepieces, such as urns, vases, or candelabra.

These timepieces were commonly constructed using heavy dark marble, Belgian black slate, or polished onyx bases combined with cast bronze or ormolu mounts. The clock movements feature brass plates, steel arbours, and enamel or gilded dial faces.

Authentic period examples often feature stamped brass clock movements with maker marks or serial numbers visible on the backplate. Additional indicators include hand-chased bronze details, heavy natural stone bases, and traditional mechanical pendulum movements.

Place the three-piece set symmetrically along a fireplace mantelpiece, dining room sideboard, or library console table. The dark tones and classical proportions anchor modern minimalist settings or complementary traditional interiors.

Dust the surfaces gently using a dry, soft microfibre cloth without abrasive metal cleaners or chemical polishes, which can damage original patinas. The mechanical movement requires periodic servicing by a qualified horologist to keep correct time.
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