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A Very Interesting and Rare Stylish Rosewood Fine Inlaid with Lemon Wood and Ormolu Portico Clock Circa: 1840
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

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A Very Interesting and Rare Stylish Rosewood Fine Inlaid with Lemon Wood and Ormolu Portico Clock Circa: 1840

19th century
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A Very Interesting And Rare Stylish Rosewood fine Inlaid With Lemon Wood and Ormolu Portico Clock Circa: 1840

It is rare to find a portico clock with blind stamped wooden case with the French name of the furniture maker ( Ebenist), in this case Thevenard who was working in Paris in circa 1840.

The original ormolu (bronze doré) in original condition finely cast and chased, the original dial surround and original pendulum with very fine decoration of the matt and gloss gold with vine leaves and grapes.

The fine inlaid marquetry with vine and grapes.

The 8 day movement is fully cleaned and serviced, striking every 30 minutes on a bell.

the silvered dial with beautiful engraved centre rings.

Interesting is to see that the top and the base profile still have the original ivory colour lacquer finish including the feet, imitating ivory.

The columns are fine inlaid with lemon wood linings.

Overall in wonderful original used condition with nice patination in fully working order

French circa 1840

50cm high 26cm wide 14cm deep

Price 975,--

To your information, all the clocks we sell are fully serviced, this is done in our own workshop.

The movements are dismantled and fully cleaned and our clocks are in working order.

Physical Dimensions
Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Declaration

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Antique Rosewood Portico Clock to the 19th Century.

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SA1213218
Description
A Very Interesting And Rare Stylish Rosewood fine Inlaid With Lemon Wood and Ormolu Portico Clock Circa: 1840
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It is rare to find a portico clock with blind stamped wooden case with the French name of the furniture maker ( Ebenist), in this case Thevenard who was working in Paris in circa 1840.
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
fig 1. An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum.
fig 1. A Very Interesting and Rare Stylish Rosewood Fine Inlaid with Lemon Wood and Ormolu Portico Clock Circa: 1840

The original ormolu (bronze doré) in original condition finely cast and chased, the original dial surround and original pendulum with very fine decoration of the matt and gloss gold with vine leaves and grapes.

fig 2. An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum.
fig 2. A Very Interesting and Rare Stylish Rosewood Fine Inlaid with Lemon Wood and Ormolu Portico Clock Circa: 1840

The fine inlaid marquetry with vine and grapes.

The 8 day movement is fully cleaned and serviced, striking every 30 minutes on a bell.

the silvered dial with beautiful engraved centre rings.

Interesting is to see that the top and the base profile still have the original ivory colour lacquer finish including the feet, imitating ivory.

fig 3. An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum.
fig 3. A Very Interesting and Rare Stylish Rosewood Fine Inlaid with Lemon Wood and Ormolu Portico Clock Circa: 1840

The columns are fine inlaid with lemon wood linings.

Overall in wonderful original used condition with nice patination in fully working order

French circa 1840

50cm high 26cm wide 14cm deep

Price 975,--

To your information, all the clocks we sell are fully serviced, this is done in our own workshop.

The movements are dismantled and fully cleaned and our clocks are in working order.

Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Antique Rosewood Portico Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1213218
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2019

For the new collector and the museum director.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland Profile Page

Trade Associations

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum.
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Archive I An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum.

A Very Interesting And Rare Stylish Rosewood fine Inlaid With Lemon Wood and Ormolu Portico Clock Circa: 1840

Archive II An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum. View II
Archive III An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum. View III
Archive IV An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum. View IV
Archive V An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum. View V
Archive VI An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum. View VI
Archive VII An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum. View VII
Archive VIII An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum. View VIII
Archive IX An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum. View IX
Archive X An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum. View X
Archive XI An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum. View XI
Archive XII An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum. View XII
Archive XIII An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum. View XIII
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Telephone 01575 540 207
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Cairngorms National Park
Angus
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An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum.
A Very Interesting And Rare Stylish Rosewood fine Inlaid With Lemon Wood and Ormolu Portico Clock Circa: 1840
Ref: SA1213218
An antique rosewood portico clock with four fluted columns, gilt ormolu capitals, floral lemonwood marquetry inlays, and an exposed pendulum.
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A portico clock is a table timepiece designed with architectural columns supporting a central structure housing the clock mechanism and dial. Originating in France during the Neoclassical period of the late eighteenth century, the design remained popular through the Empire, Charles X, and French Restoration eras.

These clocks were typically constructed using rich wood veneers such as rosewood, mahogany, or ebony, often highlighted with light wood marquetry inlays like lemonwood or boxwood. Cast brass or gilded bronze (ormolu) mounts, column capitals, and decorative pendulums were standard structural features.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-cut marquetry inlays, period count-wheel striking mechanisms, heavy gilded bronze mounts with fine chasing, and proper age-related wear or oxidisation on the movement and metal fittings.

A portico clock serves as a strong architectural anchor when placed on a minimalist mantelpiece, a dark wood sideboard, or a marble console table, contrasting effectively with contemporary artwork and structured greenery.

Keep the clock away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent the rosewood veneer from warping or cracking. Clean metal mounts gently with a soft dry cloth, avoiding abrasive polishes that could damage original gilding.
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