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A Fine French Clock on Swept Front Marble Base.
Masons Antiques
for sale €1,112     $1,207
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A Fine French Clock on Swept Front Marble Base.

19th century
For Sale by Masons Antiques
Description

An imposing French clock with Dolphin & Grebe adornments and two bluebirds all set out on a swept front marble base. There is a plaque to the front of the marble "Premier Miroir. Par F. Moreau, Med."

A high quality French pendulum 8 day movement striking the half-hours and the hours on a bell. It has just been fully serviced by our BHI registered staff.

A white enamelled convex, arcaded dial with superb hands, a convex bevelled glass and cast brass bezel.

The dial is free from any cracks, chips or crazing.

Dimensions:

Height 18" (45cms)

Width 21" (54cms)

Depth 9" (23cms)

Physical Dimensions
Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Declaration

Masons Antiques has dated this French Gilt Mantel Clock to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA396764
Dealers Notes

Masons Antiques are specialist suppliers of high quality, guaranteed, antique clocks.

Description
An imposing French clock with Dolphin & Grebe adornments and two bluebirds all set out on a swept front marble base. There is a plaque to the front of the marble "Premier Miroir. Par F. Moreau, Med."

A high quality French pendulum 8 day movement striking the half-hours and the hours on a bell. It has just been fully serviced by our BHI registered staff.

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A white enamelled convex, arcaded dial with superb hands, a convex bevelled glass and cast brass bezel.
Masons Antiques

The dial is free from any cracks, chips or crazing.

Dimensions:

Height 18" (45cms)

Width 21" (54cms)

Depth 9" (23cms)

Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Date of Manufacture

Masons Antiques has dated this French Gilt Mantel Clock to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA396764
Masons Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2010
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Masons Antiques Profile Page

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An antique French gilt metal mantel clock featuring foliage motifs and an enamel dial, mounted upon a contoured pink and beige marble base.
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An antique French gilt metal mantel clock featuring foliage motifs and an enamel dial, mounted upon a contoured pink and beige marble base.
A Fine French Clock on Swept Front Marble Base.
Ref: SA396764
An antique French gilt metal mantel clock featuring foliage motifs and an enamel dial, mounted upon a contoured pink and beige marble base.
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French mantel clocks of this period frequently feature cast metal casing decorated with gilding, set upon shaped marble or alabaster bases, and incorporating classical or Rococo motif carving.

These timepieces typically combine cast brass or bronze finished with mercury gilding, paired with carved marble or onyx bases and hand-enamelled clock faces.

Authentic pieces generally feature hand-chased metal mounts, an enamelled dial with Roman or Arabic numerals, and French movement maker stamps impressioned on the rear brass movement plate.

Position the clock as a focal piece atop a fireplace mantelpiece or sideboard, balanced by neutral wall tones and minimal contemporary accessories to highlight the detailed metalwork.

Dust lightly using a soft microfibre cloth or dry brush, avoiding water and chemical polish on gilded surfaces and marble to prevent tarnishing and chemical erosion.
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