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Antique of the Week ~ Morbier Clock Limited Edition No 11 of 1000
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Antique of the Week ~ Morbier Clock Limited Edition No 11 of 1000

19th century
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The French Antique Morbier clock is known as a provincial or Country French clock, distinguishing it from clocks made in Lyon, Beaune or Paris. The clock was named after the village of Morbier, located close to the Swiss border between Paris and Geneva this one is quite rare and in excellent condition and fully working order comes with original key pendulum and wall bracket, sizes are height to include bracket 47 cm width 22 cm depth being 12 cm offering free worldwide delivery, reference DBSS Tel: +44 7505 165 843 We accept online payments for all our items listed: Bank transfer cash on collection personal cheques or if wishing over the phone using your debit or credit cards, also doing layby payments plan, or email giving your address details & contact number and we shall send you your items invoice to make payment with your card. Send your request to - john.strong2@gmail.com

Physical Dimensions
Height
47cm (18.50")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
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Sovereign Antiques Of Nuneaton has dated this French Morbier Wall Clock to the 1890s.

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The French Antique Morbier clock is known as a provincial or Country French clock, distinguishing it from clocks made in Lyon, Beaune or Paris. The clock was named after the village of Morbier, located close to the Swiss border between Paris and Geneva this one is quite rare and in excellent condition and fully working order comes with original key pendulum and wall bracket, sizes are height to include bracket 47 cm width 22 cm depth being 12 cm offering free worldwide delivery, reference DBSS Tel: +44 7505 165 843 We accept online payments for all our items listed: Bank transfer cash on collection personal cheques or if wishing over the phone using your debit or credit cards, also doing layby payments plan, or email giving your address details & contact number and we shall send you your items invoice to make payment with your card. Send your request to - john.strong2@gmail.com
Height
47cm (18.50")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Sovereign Antiques Of Nuneaton has dated this French Morbier Wall Clock to the 1890s.

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SA1161578
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DBSS
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A French Morbier clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and an embossed brass sunburst pediment mounted on a dark wooden bracket.
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Archive I A French Morbier clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and an embossed brass sunburst pediment mounted on a dark wooden bracket.

Antique of the Week ~ Morbier Clock Limited Edition No 11 of 1000

Archive II A French Morbier clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and an embossed brass sunburst pediment mounted on a dark wooden bracket. View II
Archive III A French Morbier clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and an embossed brass sunburst pediment mounted on a dark wooden bracket. View III
Archive IV A French Morbier clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and an embossed brass sunburst pediment mounted on a dark wooden bracket. View IV
Archive V A French Morbier clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and an embossed brass sunburst pediment mounted on a dark wooden bracket. View V
Archive VI A French Morbier clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and an embossed brass sunburst pediment mounted on a dark wooden bracket. View VI
Archive VII A French Morbier clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and an embossed brass sunburst pediment mounted on a dark wooden bracket. View VII
Archive VIII A French Morbier clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and an embossed brass sunburst pediment mounted on a dark wooden bracket. View VIII
Archive IX A French Morbier clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and an embossed brass sunburst pediment mounted on a dark wooden bracket. View IX
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A French Morbier clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and an embossed brass sunburst pediment mounted on a dark wooden bracket.
Antique of the Week ~ Morbier Clock Limited Edition No 11 of 1000
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A French Morbier clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and an embossed brass sunburst pediment mounted on a dark wooden bracket.
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  • ObjectWall Clocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Provincial
  • MaterialBrass, Enamel, Wood
  • ColourBrass and Dark Wood
  • MotifsSunburst pediment, Enamel dial, Repousse brass surround, Roman numerals
  • SizeH 47 cm (19 in) x W 22 cm (9 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

This Morbier wall clock originates from the 1890 period in the French Provincial style, constructed from wood, brass, and enamel. The piece exhibits a dark brown wooden bracket supporting a rectangular wooden case with brass repoussé corner mounts, an arched sunburst pediment featuring a smiling face sun motif, and a white enamel dial with black Roman numerals and delicate floral garland decoration below the hands. The visible wear includes slight ageing to the painted face and metal components. Measuring 47 cm high, 22 cm wide, and 12 cm deep including the bracket, this clock suits installation on a narrow wall space in a hallway, kitchen, or living area. The design integrates easily into traditional home interiors where wall mounting is preferred.

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Morbier clocks, also known as Comtoise clocks, originated in the Franche-Comte region of France during the late seventeenth century and were produced through the nineteenth century. They are characterized by their weight-driven movements, white enamel dials, and stamped brass frontispieces depicting rustic or celestial motifs.

These clocks typically feature a cast iron movement frame, a hand-painted enamel face, and a pressed repousse brass surround. The supporting wall brackets or longcase cabinets were crafted from native European timbers such as pine, oak, or walnut.

Authentic examples feature convex enamel dials with painted Roman numerals, brass grommets surrounding the winding holes, and hand-worked brass surrounds. The internal mechanisms consist of heavy iron framing, weight pulleys, and long pendulum suspensions.

A Morbier wall clock acts as a focal point when mounted on a wall above a console table or within a hallway display. Combining the brass surround and dark wooden bracket with contemporary neutral paintwork balances traditional horology with modern aesthetics.

Dust the brass surround and wooden bracket regularly using a clean, soft cloth without applying harsh chemical solvents. The mechanical movement requires periodic professional lubrication and balancing by a qualified horologist to ensure continued operation.
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