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I have for sale a very small but heavy solid gilded bronze/ormolu mantle clock with stunning gilded extras made in France around 1860 , this is a very rare style mantle clock in very good original condition with a boy riading a charot pulled by a lage bird the whole clock is a really a heavy piece of art with a mint white dial, moon hands and with an old movement with outside count wheel striking on a small sweet bell this clock would have cost a small fortune when new , this clock has come direct from the original owners estate so fresh to the market.

The Case

The case is in solid brass/ormolu with a solid marble base , this beautiful clock stands 28cm high x 26cm wide with a depth of 9cm.

To the rear is a signature of the maker.

The Dial

The dial is in original condition in white porcilain housed within with a heavy gilded brass ring, the clock also retains its original blued steel moon hands.

The Movement

The movement is an eight day time and strike , which strikes the hours and halves via a small bell to the rear a nice crisp sound, the movement has been fully serviced so keeping great time over the eight days via the original pendulum

The movement is signed by the movement maker.

Overall a very beautiful and very heavy top end quality French mantle clock by a quality French maker that looks stunning on display and contains all of its original features this is quite a rare find these days find another like this one for the best collections.

Will post worldwide.

Physical Dimensions

Height

28cm (11.02")

Width

26cm (10.24")

Depth

9cm (3.54")

Declaration

Arundel Clocks has dated this French Ormolu Mantel Clock to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1199715

Dealers Internal Reference

Ormolu Bronze

Dealers Notes

Gary, our in-house Horologist, is always happy to discuss your individual requirements: +44 7903 932602

Description

I have for sale a very small but heavy solid gilded bronze/ormolu mantle clock with stunning gilded extras made in France around 1860 , this is a very rare style mantle clock in very good original condition with a boy riading a charot pulled by a lage bird the whole clock is a really a heavy piece of art with a mint white dial, moon hands and with an old movement with outside count wheel striking on a small sweet bell this clock would have cost a small fortune when new , this clock has come direct from the original owners estate so fresh to the market.

fig 1. A 19th-century French gilt bronze mantel clock featuring a cherub in a chariot above a white enamel dial, set upon a dark green marble base. — fig 1. French Solid Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock 1860s

The Case

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The case is in solid brass/ormolu with a solid marble base , this beautiful clock stands 28cm high x 26cm wide with a depth of 9cm.

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To the rear is a signature of the maker.

The Dial

The dial is in original condition in white porcilain housed within with a heavy gilded brass ring, the clock also retains its original blued steel moon hands.

fig 2. A 19th-century French gilt bronze mantel clock featuring a cherub in a chariot above a white enamel dial, set upon a dark green marble base. — fig 2. French Solid Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock 1860s

The Movement

The movement is an eight day time and strike , which strikes the hours and halves via a small bell to the rear a nice crisp sound, the movement has been fully serviced so keeping great time over the eight days via the original pendulum

fig 3. A 19th-century French gilt bronze mantel clock featuring a cherub in a chariot above a white enamel dial, set upon a dark green marble base. — fig 3. French Solid Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock 1860s

The movement is signed by the movement maker.

Overall a very beautiful and very heavy top end quality French mantle clock by a quality French maker that looks stunning on display and contains all of its original features this is quite a rare find these days find another like this one for the best collections.

Will post worldwide.

Physical Dimensions

Height

28cm (11.02")

Width

26cm (10.24")

Depth

9cm (3.54")

Date of Manufacture

Arundel Clocks has dated this French Ormolu Mantel Clock to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1199715

Dealers Internal Ref

Ormolu Bronze

About the Dealer

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Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2021

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Ormolu mantel clocks feature gilded bronze casting attached to marble or stone bases, often displaying neoclassical or figural motifs such as mythological figures, cherubs, and scrolling foliage. Popularised in France from the 18th century through the Second Empire, these clocks combined precision horology with sculptured metalwork.

These timepieces are primarily constructed using gilded bronze (ormolu), white enamel dials, steel hands, and marble or porphyry plinths. Internal movements typically utilise brass plates, steel pinions, and pendulum regulation.

Authentic 19th-century pieces usually bear maker or foundry marks stamped on the movement backplate or dial face, such as notable Parisian makers. Construction features include hand-chased gilding details, heavy cast bronze mounts rather than lightweight spelter, and enamel dials with hand-painted numerals.

A gilt bronze mantel clock serves as a central decorative object when placed on a fireplace mantel, a dining room sideboard, or a library console table. Positioning the gilded metal against dark painted walls or natural stone surfaces provides visual contrast in classical and eclectic interiors.

Clean the surface using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or soft brush to clear dust from recessed carvings without disturbing the original gilding. Avoid using liquid metal polishes, abrasive pads, or chemical solvents, as these strip the mercury gold layer and damage delicate enamel clock faces.

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