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Attractive Antique Victorian Quality Marble Inlaid Mantle Clock by Baby and Jannings
Rebecca Sarah Antiques
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Attractive Antique Victorian Quality Marble Inlaid Mantle Clock by Baby and Jannings

19th century
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Attractive antique Victorian quality marble inlaid mantle clock by Baby and Jannings Ipswich, having a quality antique Victorian marble mantle clock with red marble columns and inlay panels to the side of the dial decorated patterns in gold above and below the dial, Having a circular shaped dial to the centre signed Baby and Jannings Ipswich surrounded by Arabic numerals and the original black hands, with an eight day French movement striking on a gong.

All clocks get serviced by our horologist prior to delivery.

Physical Dimensions
Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

Rebecca Sarah Antiques has dated this Victorian Marble Mantel Clock to the 1880s.

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SA1172146
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1558
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Attractive antique Victorian quality marble inlaid mantle clock by Baby and Jannings Ipswich, having a quality antique Victorian marble mantle clock with red marble columns and inlay panels to the side of the dial decorated patterns in gold above and below the dial, Having a circular shaped dial to the centre signed Baby and Jannings Ipswich surrounded by Arabic numerals and the original black hands, with an eight day French movement striking on a gong.

All clocks get serviced by our horologist prior to delivery.

Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

Rebecca Sarah Antiques has dated this Victorian Marble Mantel Clock to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1172146
Dealers Internal Ref
1558
Rebecca Sarah Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
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A Victorian black slate mantel clock featuring pink marble column accents, gilded incised scrollwork, and a circular brass dial.
Attractive antique Victorian quality marble inlaid mantle clock by Baby and Jannings
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A Victorian black slate mantel clock featuring pink marble column accents, gilded incised scrollwork, and a circular brass dial.
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Victorian black slate mantel clocks typically feature architectural forms inspired by classical Greek and Roman temples, often incorporating pediments, columns, and incised gilded decoration. Popularised during the mid-to-late 19th century, these heavy timepieces were designed as prominent centrepieces for fireplace mantels.

These clocks were predominantly constructed from Belgian black slate or Nero Marquina marble, often accented with decorative inlays of malachite, porphyry, or variegated marbles. The movements were housed with brass fitments, glass bevels, and enamel or gilded metal dials.

Authentic period examples exhibit significant physical weight due to the solid stone casing, hand-incised detailing with gold leaf highlighting, and mechanical key-wound clockwork. Examining the makers stamp on the movement plate and checking for cast brass bezels with original glass reveals era-appropriate craftsmanship.

A black slate clock provides geometric structure when placed on a fireplace mantelpiece, console, or sideboard. Pairing the dark stone with muted neutral walls, brass decorative accents, or contemporary artwork creates an effective balance between historical form and modern aesthetics.

The slate case should be dusted regularly with a soft dry cloth and occasionally treated with a small amount of mineral oil to retain its deep black sheen. Mechanical movements require periodic servicing by a qualified horologist to keep the gearing clean and balanced.
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