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French 19th Century Louis XV Style Longcase Clock.
For sale by Patrick Moorhead Antiques
for sale €64,350     $69,850
£55,000
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French 19th Century Louis XV Style Longcase Clock.

19th century
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This exquisite 19th-century French Louis XV style long case clock features intricate ormolu mountings that highlight its elegance. Adorned with finely detailed floral motifs and cherubic figures, the clock showcases a stunning blend of craftsmanship and artistry. The case, constructed from rich wood, boasts a striking design with a polished finish, enhancing its luxurious appeal. The clock face exhibits Roman numerals, framed by ornate gilded accents, while the base is elegantly shaped, adding to its grandeur. This timepiece not only serves as a functional clock but also as a captivating decorative statement, embodying the opulence of the Louis XV era.

Batch 84. 51929. SDUTKN

Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Louis XV Longcase Clock to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
226cm (88.98")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Reference Numbers
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SA1159828
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SKU00002604
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Description
This exquisite 19th-century French Louis XV style long case clock features intricate ormolu mountings that highlight its elegance.
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Adorned with finely detailed floral motifs and cherubic figures, the clock showcases a stunning blend of craftsmanship and artistry.
Patrick Moorhead Antiques

The case, constructed from rich wood, boasts a striking design with a polished finish, enhancing its luxurious appeal. The clock face exhibits Roman numerals, framed by ornate gilded accents, while the base is elegantly shaped, adding to its grandeur. This timepiece not only serves as a functional clock but also as a captivating decorative statement, embodying the opulence of the Louis XV era.

Batch 84. 51929. SDUTKN

Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Louis XV Longcase Clock to the 1880s.

Height
226cm (88.98")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1159828
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00002604
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2018

Patrick moorhead has been one of the uk's finest trade-only antique furniture and art dealers for over 30 years.

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19th century French Louis XV style longcase clock featuring an ornate gilt bronze mount with cherubs atop a tapered marquetry pedestal.
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Archive I 19th century French Louis XV style longcase clock featuring an ornate gilt bronze mount with cherubs atop a tapered marquetry pedestal.

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Longcase Clock.

Archive II 19th century French Louis XV style longcase clock featuring an ornate gilt bronze mount with cherubs atop a tapered marquetry pedestal. View II
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Archive VI 19th century French Louis XV style longcase clock featuring an ornate gilt bronze mount with cherubs atop a tapered marquetry pedestal. View VI
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Archive VIII 19th century French Louis XV style longcase clock featuring an ornate gilt bronze mount with cherubs atop a tapered marquetry pedestal. View VIII
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19th century French Louis XV style longcase clock featuring an ornate gilt bronze mount with cherubs atop a tapered marquetry pedestal.
French 19th Century Louis XV style longcase clock.
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19th century French Louis XV style longcase clock featuring an ornate gilt bronze mount with cherubs atop a tapered marquetry pedestal.
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  • ObjectLongcase Clocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Louis XV
  • MaterialOrmolu, Kingwood, Brass, Enamel
  • ColourDark Brown, Gold
  • MotifsCherub mounts, acanthus scrolls, mascaron medallion, marquetry inlay
  • SizeH 226 cm (89 in) x W 50 cm (20 in) x D 32 cm (13 in)

This French Louis XV style longcase clock dates from 1880 and measures 226 cm high, 50 cm wide, and 32 cm deep. The dark brown kingwood structure combines with polished brass, enamel, and gilded ormolu mounts to present a rich mix of timber tones and metallic gold. The upper section holds a round white enamel dial displaying black Roman numerals, surrounded by sculpted cherubs and cloud-like gilt scrolls at the summit. Further down, the tapered pedestal displays elaborate marquetry inlay, a central mascaron medallion, and foliate ormolu appliqués along the front and corners, supported below by shaped feet. Positioned on the floor in a grand hallway or a formal reception room, the tall timepiece brings period character to an interior. The structure contains a hinged door housing the marquetry panel, an internal mechanical clock movement, and multi-tiered mouldings beneath the upper dial casing. The brass clock hands sweep across the minute track on the enamel dial face, framed by ornate metal bezels. Ormolu mounts embellish the upper shoulders, the middle column face, and the lower plinth above the scrolled feet, completing the French chateau aesthetic.

The Louis XV style in horology emerged during the 18th century and is characterised by asymmetrical curves, Rococo flourishes, acanthus leaf motifs, and extensive use of ornate gilt bronze mounts known as ormolu on veneered timber cases.

These clocks typically incorporate exotic hardwood veneers such as kingwood or rosewood over oak cases, detailed marquetry, mercury-gilded bronze ormolu castings, white enamel dial plates, and brass mechanical movements.

Authentic 19th-century revival clocks feature heavy mercury or fire-gilded bronze castings with hand-chased surface details, precise cabinetwork with natural wood grain variations, and stamped movement markers from recognized Parisian clockmakers.

A pedestal clock functions as an architectural anchor in a grand entrance hallway or drawing room, where its intricate gilt detailing creates a strong historic contrast against minimalist walls or traditional panelling.

Dust gilt bronze mounts lightly with a soft microfibre brush without applying chemical polishes, which strip gilding; keep timber marquetry away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity to prevent veneer lifting.
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