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A Good Boulle Mantel Clock
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A Good Boulle Mantel Clock

19th century
Description

A good Boulle mantel clock, gilt dial with enamel numeral reserves, signed on an enamel plaque Gille L'aine a Paris movement by S. Marti in a straight sided case with parquetry floor, gilt bronze mountes on a matching boulle plinth c 1880

Height 23" 59cm

Width 11" 28cm

Depth 7" 18cm

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
59cm (23.23")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Declaration

Walton House Antiques has dated this Boulle Work Mantel Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1220265
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RP112
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 good Boulle mantel clock, gilt dial with enamel numeral reserves, signed on an enamel plaque Gille L'aine a Paris movement by S.
Marti in a straight sided case with parquetry floor, gilt bronze mountes on a matching boulle plinth c 1880.
Walton House Antiques
fig 1. An ornate Boulle work mantel clock featuring red tortoiseshell and brass marquetry, topped with a gilt bronze cherub figure and set with blue enamel Roman numeral cartouches.
fig 1. A Good Boulle Mantel Clock

Height 23" 59cm

Width 11" 28cm

Depth 7" 18cm

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.

Height
59cm (23.23")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this Boulle Work Mantel Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1220265
Dealers Internal Ref
RP112
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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Trade Associations

Walton House Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I An ornate Boulle work mantel clock featuring red tortoiseshell and brass marquetry, topped with a gilt bronze cherub figure and set with blue enamel Roman numeral cartouches.

A good Boulle mantel clock

Archive II An ornate Boulle work mantel clock featuring red tortoiseshell and brass marquetry, topped with a gilt bronze cherub figure and set with blue enamel Roman numeral cartouches. View II
Archive III An ornate Boulle work mantel clock featuring red tortoiseshell and brass marquetry, topped with a gilt bronze cherub figure and set with blue enamel Roman numeral cartouches. View III
Archive IV An ornate Boulle work mantel clock featuring red tortoiseshell and brass marquetry, topped with a gilt bronze cherub figure and set with blue enamel Roman numeral cartouches. View IV
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An ornate Boulle work mantel clock featuring red tortoiseshell and brass marquetry, topped with a gilt bronze cherub figure and set with blue enamel Roman numeral cartouches.
A good Boulle mantel clock
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An ornate Boulle work mantel clock featuring red tortoiseshell and brass marquetry, topped with a gilt bronze cherub figure and set with blue enamel Roman numeral cartouches.
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A Boulle mantel clock is a decorative timepiece featuring a specialised marquetry technique invented by Andre-Charles Boulle, involving cut brass and tortoiseshell inlaid into a wood framework.

These clocks typically incorporate brass marquetry, tortoiseshell or horn veneer, cast gilt bronze (ormolu) mounts, and enamel dial cartouches.

Authentic pieces display intricate brass inlays fitted precisely into tortoiseshell backing, accompanied by heavy, hand-chased gilt bronze mounts and individual enamel numeral cartouches.

Position the clock as a focal decorative object on a mantelpiece, sideboard, or library desk to create historical contrast alongside clean contemporary lines.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and maintain a stable indoor climate to prevent the tortoiseshell veneer and metal inlay from lifting due to humidity fluctuations.
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