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Charles X Gilt and Patinated Bronze Figural Mantle Clock of a Young Maiden Opening Her Jewellery Box.
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria
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Charles X Gilt and Patinated Bronze Figural Mantle Clock of a Young Maiden Opening Her Jewellery Box.

19th century
Description

The case depicting a French maiden with elaborate Apollo’s knot hairstyle, typical dress and squared point shoes.

The movement engraved “Petit a PARIS“ .

A 3.5” Roman dial, the twin drum movement and silk suspension with outside countwheel striking on a BELL.

Physical Dimensions
Height
44cm (17.32")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
10.5cm (4.13")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA741214
Dealers Internal Reference
3FF07
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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.

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Description
The case depicting a French maiden with elaborate Apollo’s knot hairstyle, typical dress and squared point shoes.

The movement engraved “Petit a PARIS“ .

A 3.

“
5” Roman dial, the twin drum movement and silk suspension with outside countwheel striking on a BELL.
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria
Height
44cm (17.32")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
10.5cm (4.13")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA741214
Dealers Internal Ref
3FF07
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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A French Charles X gilt and patinated bronze mantel clock featuring a sculpted figure of a maiden opening a jewellery box beside an enamel dial.
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Charles X Gilt and Patinated Bronze Figural Mantle Clock of a Young Maiden Opening Her Jewellery Box.

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A French Charles X gilt and patinated bronze mantel clock featuring a sculpted figure of a maiden opening a jewellery box beside an enamel dial.
Charles X Gilt and Patinated Bronze figural Mantle Clock of a young Maiden opening her jewellery box.
Ref: SA741214
A French Charles X gilt and patinated bronze mantel clock featuring a sculpted figure of a maiden opening a jewellery box beside an enamel dial.
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Emerging in 1820s France, Charles X clocks feature intricate gilt and patinated bronze figures, romantic narrative subjects, and high-precision brass movements with enamel dials.

Craftsmen utilized cast bronze with fire-gilded ormolu finishes, patinated bronze for sculptural contrast, and white enamel for the clock dial plates.

Authentic examples feature detailed chasing work on the metal surfaces, historical mercury gilding displaying subtle tonal variation, and period-appropriate movement suspension systems.

Position the clock centrally on a grand fireplace mantelpiece or contemporary console table to establish a dramatic focal point that bridges traditional craftsmanship with modern design.

Dust gently with a soft microfibre cloth or dry natural bristle brush, avoiding liquid cleaners or abrasive polishes that strip the original gilt layer.
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