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Henri Marc of Paris Boulle Wall Clock
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Henri Marc of Paris Boulle Wall Clock

19th century
Description

Standard French 8-day movement striking the hours and half hours on a bell, via a count-wheel. Brocot fine regulation in the dial above the 12 ‘o’ clock position.

The Ormolu 4.5” dial features individual enamel cartouches and an enamel centre signed Hen Marc of Paris, all with blue decoration. Matching, finely pierced, blued steel hands.

The case is of a most unusual design, featuring red Boulle and Mother of Pearle inlay, with quality Ormolu mounts.

Serviced and guaranteed for 3 years.

Height: 17 ½” or 45 cm

CIRCA. 1850

Provenance: Private collection, UK

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45cm (17.72")
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The Antique Clock Co. has dated this French Boulle Wall Clock to the 1850s.

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SA1199576
Description
Standard French 8-day movement striking the hours and half hours on a bell, via a count-wheel. Brocot fine regulation in the dial above the 12 ‘o’ clock position.

The Ormolu 4.

“
5” dial features individual enamel cartouches and an enamel centre signed Hen Marc of Paris, all with blue decoration.
The Antique Clock Co.

Matching, finely pierced, blued steel hands.

The case is of a most unusual design, featuring red Boulle and Mother of Pearle inlay, with quality Ormolu mounts.

Serviced and guaranteed for 3 years.

Height: 17 ½” or 45 cm

CIRCA. 1850

Provenance: Private collection, UK

Would you like to view this clock in your own home?

Contact us to arrange a viewing with our Homeview service.

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Height
45cm (17.72")
Date of Manufacture

The Antique Clock Co. has dated this French Boulle Wall Clock to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1199576
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A 19th-century French Boulle wall clock featuring inlaid brass and mother-of-pearl on a dark ground, accented with ornate gilt-bronze mounts and an enamel cartouche dial.
HENRI MARC OF PARIS BOULLE WALL CLOCK
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A 19th-century French Boulle wall clock featuring inlaid brass and mother-of-pearl on a dark ground, accented with ornate gilt-bronze mounts and an enamel cartouche dial.
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A Boulle clock is a timekeeper decorated with a specialised marquetry technique developed by Andre-Charles Boulle in 17th-century France. This style combines cut brass, mother-of-pearl, or pewter inlay with tortoiseshell or ebonised grounds, framed by ornate gilt-bronze mounts.

Traditional Boulle construction utilises brass and mother-of-pearl pattern work laid over tortoiseshell or dark ebonised wood. The cases are dressed with cast gilt-bronze or ormolu mounts, while dials often feature individual enamelled cartouches set into a chased brass face plate.

Authentic 19th-century examples display intricate brass and tortoiseshell marquetry with hand-chased gilt-bronze fittings showing natural age wear. Makers marks, such as stamps on the movement plate from Parisian clockmakers like Henri Marc, further verify origin and era.

Position the clock as a focal point above a minimalist console table, sideboard, or fireplace mantel. The contrast between dark tortoiseshell, gilded metalwork, and clean modern wall finishes creates a balanced focal point in transitional or eclectic spaces.

Keep the clock away from direct sunlight, central heating, and humidity changes, which cause brass inlay to lift from the tortoiseshell ground. Dust gently with a soft dry microfibre cloth, avoiding metal polishes or liquid cleaners that could compromise delicate adhesives.
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