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French 19th Century French Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock,
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French 19th Century French Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock,

19th century
Sold 26 November 2024 · Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria
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Description

The French wall clock with a 10.5 cm enamel dial.

Decorated with gilt bronze garlands and ribbons, surmounted by a classical urn.

Signed on the dial “Samuel Marti, Paris”.

The movement striking on a bell, on the hour and the half.

Physical Dimensions
Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria has dated this French Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA740985
Dealers Internal Reference
4MC08
Dealers Notes

Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria, Portobello Road

WE are open every Saturday between 9.30 - 3.30pm in Chelsea Galleries 67 Portobello Road London.

We are at the front of the gallery, on the 1st aisle.

Web page:-

https://peterharrisclocks.com/welcome/

Description
The French wall clock with a 10.5 cm enamel dial.

Decorated with gilt bronze garlands and ribbons, surmounted by a classical urn.

Signed on the dial “Samuel Marti, Paris”.

The movement striking on a bell, on the hour and the half.

Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria has dated this French Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA740985
Dealers Internal Ref
4MC08
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2020

We specialise in flintlock pistols, muskets, clocks & watches

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Archive I An ornate nineteenth-century French gilt bronze cartel clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and elaborate foliate cast brass mounts. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

French 19th Century French Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock,

Archive II An ornate nineteenth-century French gilt bronze cartel clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and elaborate foliate cast brass mounts. View II
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Archive IV An ornate nineteenth-century French gilt bronze cartel clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and elaborate foliate cast brass mounts. View IV
Archive V An ornate nineteenth-century French gilt bronze cartel clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and elaborate foliate cast brass mounts. View V
Archive VI An ornate nineteenth-century French gilt bronze cartel clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and elaborate foliate cast brass mounts. View VI
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An ornate nineteenth-century French gilt bronze cartel clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and elaborate foliate cast brass mounts.
French 19th century French Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock,
Ref: SA740985
An ornate nineteenth-century French gilt bronze cartel clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and elaborate foliate cast brass mounts.
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  • ObjectWall Clocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Neoclassical
  • MaterialGilt Bronze, Enamel, Glass, Brass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsAcanthus leaves, Ribbon bow, Urn finial, Roman numerals
  • SizeH 40 cm (16 in) x W 18 cm (7 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

A cartel clock is a wall-mounted timepiece housed in an ornate frame, originating in France and heavily featured during the 18th and 19th centuries with elaborate brass, bronze, or gilt ornamentation.

These clocks are typically constructed from cast bronze that has been mercury gilded or fire-gilt, featuring enamel dials, hand-painted numerals, and mechanical brass movements.

Authenticity is evaluated by examining the weight and chasing of the bronze casting, the presence of maker signatures on the movement plates, hand-painted enamel dial details, and period-appropriate wear to the gilding.

Such a piece serves as a striking focal point when mounted on a plain, neutral wall or above a traditional fireplace mantel, allowing its intricate metallic details to stand out without competing visual clutter.

Gilt bronze should be kept away from direct sunlight and humidity fluctuations, dusting only with a soft, dry microfibre cloth while strictly avoiding abrasive cleaners, chemical polishes, or water.
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