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Ormolu and Bronze Night Timepiece
Walton House Antiques
for sale €4,271     $4,636
£3,650
Walton House Antiques

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Ormolu and Bronze Night Timepiece

19th century
Description

A rare Ormolu and bronze night timepiece, verge watch movement mounted behind the glass dial, gilt bezel supported by a kneeling putto on a fluted baluster column c1820

Height 40cm

Width 13cm

Depth 13cm

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Physical Dimensions
Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Declaration

Walton House Antiques has dated this Ormolu Bronze Night Clock to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1184434
Dealers Internal Reference
Cl106
Dealers Notes

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Description
A rare Ormolu and bronze night timepiece, verge watch movement mounted behind the glass dial, gilt bezel supported by a kneeling putto on a fluted baluster column c1820

Height 40cm

Width 13cm

Depth 13cm

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All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated.
Walton House Antiques

Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this Ormolu Bronze Night Clock to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1184434
Dealers Internal Ref
Cl106
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century antique furniture 19th century oils and 19th french ormolu clocks

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Walton House Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Walton House Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A French Empire style ormolu and patinated bronze night clock featuring a dark bronze cherub holding a circular gilt brass dial above a fluted pedestal base.
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Archive I A French Empire style ormolu and patinated bronze night clock featuring a dark bronze cherub holding a circular gilt brass dial above a fluted pedestal base.

Ormolu and Bronze Night Timepiece

Archive II A French Empire style ormolu and patinated bronze night clock featuring a dark bronze cherub holding a circular gilt brass dial above a fluted pedestal base. View II
Archive III A French Empire style ormolu and patinated bronze night clock featuring a dark bronze cherub holding a circular gilt brass dial above a fluted pedestal base. View III
Archive IV A French Empire style ormolu and patinated bronze night clock featuring a dark bronze cherub holding a circular gilt brass dial above a fluted pedestal base. View IV
Archive V A French Empire style ormolu and patinated bronze night clock featuring a dark bronze cherub holding a circular gilt brass dial above a fluted pedestal base. View V
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Walton House Antiques

Walton House Antiques
Telephone 01747 860050
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Walton House Antiques
Walton Buildings
The Square
Mere
BA12 6DL
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Oct 2011
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Walton House Antiques
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A French Empire style ormolu and patinated bronze night clock featuring a dark bronze cherub holding a circular gilt brass dial above a fluted pedestal base.
Ormolu and bronze night timepiece
Ref: SA1184434
A French Empire style ormolu and patinated bronze night clock featuring a dark bronze cherub holding a circular gilt brass dial above a fluted pedestal base.
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A French Empire ormolu night timepiece is a table clock produced during the early nineteenth century, designed with a dial suited for low-light visibility. These items typically feature classical iconography, combining dark patinated bronze with fire-gilded brass accents.

Clocks from this era were constructed using cast bronze, mercury-gilded brass (ormolu), white enamel or frosted glass dials, and steel clockwork components housed within heavy pedestal bases.

Authentic pieces feature heavy hand-cast bronze with fine chasing, mercury fire-gilding showing subtle age wear, counts for movement mounting screws, and classical motifs such as putti, laurel wreaths, and fluted columns.

Position the item as a focal point on a fireplace mantelpiece, marble-topped sideboard, or executive desk. Pairing dark bronze and gilding against neutral or muted walls highlights the metalwork contrast.

Dust gilt surfaces gently with a soft microfibre cloth without liquid polish or abrasive cleaners, which strip mercury gilding. Mechanical movements require professional lubrication and servicing by a horologist every five to seven years.
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