What characterises a French Rococo style mantel clock?

French Rococo style mantel clocks feature ornate scrollwork, acanthus leaf motifs, and elaborate asymmetrical gilding set against dark stone or porcelain bases.

What materials were traditionally used in 19th-century French mantel clocks?

These clocks typically combine polished black slate or marble with gilded bronze mounts, enamel dials, and brass mechanical clockworks.

How can one identify authentic French clocks from makers like Japy Freres?

Authentic pieces often feature stamped movement plates with the makers trademark or medal markings, alongside hand-chased metalwork and heavy stone casings.

How can a French Rococo mantel clock be styled in modern interiors?

Position the clock centrally on a fireplace mantelpiece, a dark wood sideboard, or a library shelf to serve as a structured architectural focal point.

How should one care for a black slate and gilt bronze clock?

Dust the slate casing with a dry microfibre cloth and clean gilded bronze using a soft-bristled brush, avoiding water or chemical polish that could damage the gilding.

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French Rococo Style Slate & Bronze Mantel Clock by Japy Freres

Name: French Rococo Style Slate & Bronze Mantel Clock by Japy Freres
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1223733
Price: 1650 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors

Description

An extremely good quality French polished black slate mantel clock with scrolling bronze gilt rococo style mounts and moulds. The case features shell detail, cherub mask, birds and swags stood on bracket feet surmounted with urn with phoenix handles to the top.

The clock has a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and a French eight day movement which strikes the hours and half hours on a bell with outside count wheel.

The movement back plate is stamped with the makers name - Japy Freres

The movement has been cleaned and serviced and comes with a 12 month guarantee.

Height - 38 cm (15 inches)

Width - 27 cm (10 ½ inches)

Depth - 15 cm (6 inches)

Circa - 1880

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Delivery is free for most of the mainland UK. If you are interested in purchasing and are outside the UK mainland or in the Scottish Highlands please get in touch first for a shipping quote. If you are an overseas buyer please contact us with your address so we can provide you with an accurate shipping quote and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

This item will be dispatched within a couple of working days of purchase. Delivery is usually next day and items will be provided with a tracking number. They are packaged to a high standard, double boxed, bubble wrapped and bedded in foam. Our preferred courier is Parcelforce, however we may send with a different courier occasionally.

All of our items can be collected.

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Physical Dimensions

Height

38cm (14.96")

Width

27cm (10.63")

Depth

15cm (5.91")

Declaration

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has dated this French Rococo Mantel Clock to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

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SA1223733

Dealers Notes

ABOUT - Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has been established in Macclesfield, Cheshire for 35 years. We sell high quality antique furniture, clocks, lighting and decorative items ready for your home, to the general public and interior designers around the world from our showroom. Our stock inventory consists of decorative Continental, English and Oriental items ranging from the 18th century through to the 20th century.

PAYMENT - We accept BACS payment but we also accept debit and credit card and PayPal through our own website. All items come with an invoice with description and age.

Description

An extremely good quality French polished black slate mantel clock with scrolling bronze gilt rococo style mounts and moulds.

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The case features shell detail, cherub mask, birds and swags stood on bracket feet surmounted with urn with phoenix handles to the top.

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors

fig 1. A French Rococo style black slate mantel clock featuring gilded bronze scrollwork, a decorative top urn finial, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals. — fig 1. French Rococo Style Slate & Bronze Mantel Clock by Japy Freres

The clock has a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and a French eight day movement which strikes the hours and half hours on a bell with outside count wheel.

The movement back plate is stamped with the makers name - Japy Freres

fig 2. A French Rococo style black slate mantel clock featuring gilded bronze scrollwork, a decorative top urn finial, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals. — fig 2. French Rococo Style Slate & Bronze Mantel Clock by Japy Freres

The movement has been cleaned and serviced and comes with a 12 month guarantee.

Height - 38 cm (15 inches)

Width - 27 cm (10 ½ inches)

Depth - 15 cm (6 inches)

Circa - 1880

Delivery is free for most of the mainland UK. If you are interested in purchasing and are outside the UK mainland or in the Scottish Highlands please get in touch first for a shipping quote. If you are an overseas buyer please contact us with your address so we can provide you with an accurate shipping quote and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

fig 3. A French Rococo style black slate mantel clock featuring gilded bronze scrollwork, a decorative top urn finial, and a white enamel dial with Roman numerals. — fig 3. French Rococo Style Slate & Bronze Mantel Clock by Japy Freres

This item will be dispatched within a couple of working days of purchase. Delivery is usually next day and items will be provided with a tracking number. They are packaged to a high standard, double boxed, bubble wrapped and bedded in foam. Our preferred courier is Parcelforce, however we may send with a different courier occasionally.

All of our items can be collected.

View more items on our website www.arrowsmithantiques.com