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Antique Boulle Clock
Andrew Lovatt Antiques
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Andrew Lovatt Antiques

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Antique Boulle Clock

19th century
Description

A superb ebonised and boulle bracket clock C.1880 by Henry Marc, Paris with the white porcelain dial centre signed. The 8 day movement strikes the hours and half hours on a gong. The brass dial with blue numerals to the cartouche plaques in the chapter ring. Sunburst pendulum, inlaid floor and inside of rear door. Fully serviced and guaranteed fr 12 months. Size overall approx. 53 x 24 x 13.5 cms.1

Physical Dimensions
Height
53cm (20.87")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
13.5cm (5.31")
Declaration

Andrew Lovatt Antiques has dated this Antique Boulle Mantel Clock to the 1880s.

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SA760324
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Description
A superb ebonised and boulle bracket clock C.1880 by Henry Marc, Paris with the white porcelain dial centre signed. The 8 day movement strikes the hours and half hours on a gong. The brass dial with blue numerals to the cartouche plaques in the chapter ring. Sunburst pendulum, inlaid floor and inside of rear door. Fully serviced and guaranteed fr 12 months. Size overall approx. 53 x 24 x 13.5 cms.1
Height
53cm (20.87")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
13.5cm (5.31")
Date of Manufacture

Andrew Lovatt Antiques has dated this Antique Boulle Mantel Clock to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA760324
Andrew Lovatt Antiques
Andrew Lovatt Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

Lovatt antiques have been established for over 35 years we are located in staffordshire and specialise in quality.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Andrew Lovatt Antiques Profile Page

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Andrew Lovatt Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Telephone 07974 171 103 or 01782 636 588
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Verified Since May 2009
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An ornate French Boulle mantel clock decorated with brass marquetry, gilt bronze mounts, a winged cherub finial, and white enamel Roman numeral cartouches.
Antique Boulle Clock
Ref: SA760324
An ornate French Boulle mantel clock decorated with brass marquetry, gilt bronze mounts, a winged cherub finial, and white enamel Roman numeral cartouches.
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A Boulle clock is a French decorative clock featuring a distinctive marquetry technique pioneered by cabinetmaker Andre-Charles Boulle during the reign of Louis XIV. The technique involves inlaying brass or pewter patterns onto tortoiseshell, horn, or ebony backgrounds, typically finished with gilt-bronze mounts.

Traditional Boulle clocks utilise a wooden casing decorated with sheet brass and tortoiseshell veneer. The exterior features cast gilt-bronze (ormolu) mounts, while the dial often incorporates individual enamel cartouches mounted on a chased brass plate.

Authentic pieces exhibit precise hand-cut metal and tortoiseshell inlays without gaps, alongside heavy, detailed gilt-bronze castings with hand-chased finishing. The movements typically bear maker marks or stamps from French horological workshops on the back plate.

A Boulle clock functions as a focal accent when placed on a fireplace mantelpiece, marble console table, or library shelf. Surrounding the object with minimalist contemporary elements creates visual contrast while highlighting the clocks intricate silhouette.

Keep the clock in a climate-controlled environment to prevent the wooden base and inlaid materials from expanding or shrinking. Clean metal and veneer gently with a soft dry cloth, avoiding water, chemical solvents, or abrasive polishes that damage original gilded coatings.
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