You are viewing a gorgeous antique French gilt mantel clock
Circa 1890, the clock is adorned with painted Sevres porcelain plaques
The clock features a gilt bronze (ormolu) case adorned with two reclining cherubs flanking the central dial, each modelled with delightful detail and classical grace
Between them rises a bouquet of flowers, finely cast and chased
The dial is enamel with Roman numerals and ornate gilt hands, framed by a beaded bezel
. Surrounding the clock face are exquisite Sevres-style porcelain panels, hand-painted with cherubic scenes and floral garlands set against a turquoise blue ground — a hallmark of Parisian craftsmanship from the mid to late 19th century
The base is beautifully shaped with scrolling supports and foliate ornamentation, resting on toupie feet
This combination of gilded bronze and fine porcelain creates a dazzling centrepiece ideal for a mantel, console, or commode
The design epitomises the Rococo revival style, playful and el
...egant in equal measure Bought from a dealer on Marche Biron at Paris antiques markets
Offered in great shape ready for home use right away
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Dimensions in inches (CM):
Width x Depth x Height
16 (41) x 7 (18) x 12 (30)
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1176272
Dateline of this antique is 1890
Height is 30cm (11.8inches)Width is 41cm (16.1inches)Depth is 18cm (7.1inches)
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