Petite Vernis Martin Mantel/table Clock

Name: Petite Vernis Martin Mantel/table Clock
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA572035
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Masons Antiques

Description

A very unusual and most attractive mantel clock in the beautiful Vernis Martin style.

The body of the clock is made from wood that is then covered by a chalk based compound before being gilded and having hand painted flowers applied. This was a technique developed in China centuries ago and European manufacturers used to send articles over to them to be finished in this style. Martin was the first person to develope the technique in France, from where it spread Europe wide. The Martin brothers are also credited with bringing the technique of "French Polishing" to this country.

We have occasionally had clocks like this for sale but never one of this "minature" nature. It is a first for us.

All of the applied fretwork is gilded to a high standard and in first class order.

The 8 day, timepiece movement has just been fully reconditioned by our BHI registered staff.

Full 12mths. parts and labour guarantee.

A little gem of a clock.

All cards accepted.

Physical Dimensions

Height

26cm (10.24")

Width

12cm (4.72")

Depth

7cm (2.76")

Declaration

Masons Antiques has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA572035

Dealers Notes

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

Description

A very unusual and most attractive mantel clock in the beautiful Vernis Martin style.

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The body of the clock is made from wood that is then covered by a chalk based compound before being gilded and having hand painted flowers applied.

Masons Antiques

This was a technique developed in China centuries ago and European manufacturers used to send articles over to them to be finished in this style. Martin was the first person to develope the technique in France, from where it spread Europe wide. The Martin brothers are also credited with bringing the technique of "French Polishing" to this country.