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French Normandy Comtoise Longcase Clock with Faux-bois Case
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French Normandy Comtoise Longcase Clock with Faux-bois Case

19th century
Sold 3 January 2026 · Hand of Glory
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A Provincial French (Normandy) Comtoise or Morbier eight day longcase clock, the white enaml dial with Roman numerals and signed 'E. BEAUMEL, a Torigni-sur-Vire' within a painted pressed-brass surround of cornucopia and floral garlands, the pine case with original faux-bois scumble glazed paint and with a large glazed apaerture revealing a large painted pressed-brass pendulum, the bottom section of the case painted with pansies.

227cm high, 50cm at the widest point, 22cm deep.

Physical Dimensions
Height
227cm (89.37")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this French Comtoise Longcase Clock to the 19th Century.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA1157660
Dealers Internal Reference
SKU00000898
Description
A Provincial French (Normandy) Comtoise or Morbier eight day longcase clock, the white enaml dial with Roman numerals and signed 'E. BEAUMEL, a Torigni-sur-Vire' within a painted pressed-brass surround of cornucopia and floral garlands, the pine case with original faux-bois scumble glazed paint and with a large glazed apaerture revealing a large painted pressed-brass pendulum, the bottom section of the case painted with pansies.

227cm high, 50cm at the widest point, 22cm deep.

Height
227cm (89.37")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this French Comtoise Longcase Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1157660
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000898
Hand of Glory
Hand of Glory
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012

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Archive I A tall wooden Comtoise longcase clock featuring a faux-bois painted finish, an ornate pressed brass dial surround, and hand-painted floral details. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

French Normandy Comtoise Longcase Clock with Faux-bois Case

Archive II A tall wooden Comtoise longcase clock featuring a faux-bois painted finish, an ornate pressed brass dial surround, and hand-painted floral details. View II
Archive III A tall wooden Comtoise longcase clock featuring a faux-bois painted finish, an ornate pressed brass dial surround, and hand-painted floral details. View III
Archive IV A tall wooden Comtoise longcase clock featuring a faux-bois painted finish, an ornate pressed brass dial surround, and hand-painted floral details. View IV
Archive V A tall wooden Comtoise longcase clock featuring a faux-bois painted finish, an ornate pressed brass dial surround, and hand-painted floral details. View V
Archive VI A tall wooden Comtoise longcase clock featuring a faux-bois painted finish, an ornate pressed brass dial surround, and hand-painted floral details. View VI
Archive VII A tall wooden Comtoise longcase clock featuring a faux-bois painted finish, an ornate pressed brass dial surround, and hand-painted floral details. View VII
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Hand of Glory Antiques
34 Market Place
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3HP
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/handofglory
Verified Since Jul 2012
Items For Sale 162
Items Sold 2,457
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Location: Hand of Glory Antiques, 34 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HP, United Kingdom
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A tall wooden Comtoise longcase clock featuring a faux-bois painted finish, an ornate pressed brass dial surround, and hand-painted floral details.
French Normandy Comtoise Longcase Clock with Faux-Bois Case
Ref: SA1157660
A tall wooden Comtoise longcase clock featuring a faux-bois painted finish, an ornate pressed brass dial surround, and hand-painted floral details.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • Object[Clocks]
  • Period19th century
  • Style[French Country]
  • Material[Pine, Brass, Enamel, Glass]
  • Colour[Brown]
  • MotifsFaux-bois graining, Pressed brass bezel, Floral hand-painted motifs, Pendulum viewing window
  • SizeH 227 cm (89 in) x W 50 cm (20 in) x D 22 cm (9 in)

FAQs

Comtoise clocks, originating from the Franche-Comte region of France, are traditional longcase or wall-hanging timepieces known for their distinctive enamel dials, pressed brass surrounds, and long pendulums.

These cases were typically constructed from local softwoods or hardwoods, often finished with faux-bois painted graining or hand-painted floral motifs, paired with brass and enamel dial faces.

Authentic pieces generally feature hand-blown glass, forged iron movements, hand-painted dials, and traditional artisanal joinery consistent with 18th and 19th-century French craftsmanship.

A tallcase clock functions well as a focal point in a hallway or living space, pairing effectively with both minimalist modern furniture and traditional architectural details to create visual height.

Keep the clock away from direct sunlight and dramatic humidity shifts, ensure it is set on a level surface, and have the mechanical movement professionally serviced every few years.
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