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Beautiful Antique French Mahogany Mantel Clock with Ormolu Mounts and Finials
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Beautiful Antique French Mahogany Mantel Clock with Ormolu Mounts and Finials

19th century
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Beautiful Antique French Mahogany Mantel Clock With Ormolu Mounts And Finials.

This beautiful French mantel clock has a wonderful shaped case made of mahogany with a fantastic rich colour. The whole case then has a selection of shaped brass, ormolu mounts which set the case off beautifully. The stepped top then has a total of eight shaped brass finials as well as inset ormolu panels with beautiful designs. Finally the sides of the case have lovely glass panels with brass, ormolu frames so that the movement can be viewed. A truly unusual shaped case of absolutely fantastic quality.

The dial is then enamel and set out in black Roman numerals as well as smaller red Arabic numerals on the quarters setting out the minutes as well as a thin ring marking each minute. The dial then has two beautiful, shaped, gilt fingers which set the dial off perfectly. The centre of the dial is then signed for the retailer “FINIGANS LTD MANCHESTER”. Finally the dial is protected by a domed, bevelled glass set into a shaped brass bezel.

The movement is then wound from the front and accessed from the back. The movement is ticking away and chiming as it should and comes complete with pendulum and key. The clock strikes the number of hours on the hour as well as once on the half past via a gong.

It measures approximately:

- 13.25” / 33.5cm Tall.

- 7.75” / 19.75cm Wide.

- 4.5” / 11.5cm Deep.

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N Wilson Antiques Clocks has dated this French Mahogany Mantel Clock to the 19th Century.

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Beautiful Antique French Mahogany Mantel Clock With Ormolu Mounts And Finials.
This beautiful French mantel clock has a wonderful shaped case made of mahogany with a fantastic rich colour.
N Wilson Antiques Clocks

The whole case then has a selection of shaped brass, ormolu mounts which set the case off beautifully. The stepped top then has a total of eight shaped brass finials as well as inset ormolu panels with beautiful designs. Finally the sides of the case have lovely glass panels with brass, ormolu frames so that the movement can be viewed. A truly unusual shaped case of absolutely fantastic quality.

fig 1. A French mahogany mantel clock featuring ornate gilt ormolu mounts, brass finials, and a white circular dial with Roman numerals.
fig 1. Beautiful Antique French Mahogany Mantel Clock with Ormolu Mounts and Finials

The dial is then enamel and set out in black Roman numerals as well as smaller red Arabic numerals on the quarters setting out the minutes as well as a thin ring marking each minute. The dial then has two beautiful, shaped, gilt fingers which set the dial off perfectly. The centre of the dial is then signed for the retailer “FINIGANS LTD MANCHESTER”. Finally the dial is protected by a domed, bevelled glass set into a shaped brass bezel.

fig 2. A French mahogany mantel clock featuring ornate gilt ormolu mounts, brass finials, and a white circular dial with Roman numerals.
fig 2. Beautiful Antique French Mahogany Mantel Clock with Ormolu Mounts and Finials

The movement is then wound from the front and accessed from the back. The movement is ticking away and chiming as it should and comes complete with pendulum and key. The clock strikes the number of hours on the hour as well as once on the half past via a gong.

It measures approximately:

13.25” / 33.5cm Tall.

7.75” / 19.75cm Wide.

4.5” / 11.5cm Deep.

Date of Manufacture

N Wilson Antiques Clocks has dated this French Mahogany Mantel Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA879383
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French mantel clocks from the nineteenth century often combine dense hardwoods such as mahogany with gilded bronze ormolu mounts. Design elements frequently reference classical architecture, incorporating urns, pediments, acanthus leaves, and symmetrical proportion.

The main cabinet structure was typically built from mahogany, rosewood, or marble, housing a mechanical brass movement. Decorative elements were cast in bronze and gilded using mercury or electroplating techniques, while clock faces featured enamelled copper or painted metal.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit heavy, finely hand-chased bronze castings on the mounts rather than lightweight modern alloys. The internal movement often bears maker stamps, serial numbers, or French exhibition medals, alongside signs of historical hand-assembly.

Place the clock centrally on a fireplace mantelpiece, console table, or sideboard to serve as a focal point. Balance its formal proportions by pairing it with understated modern art, ceramic vases, or muted greenery.

Dust the mahogany case regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, applying light beeswax occasionally along the wood grain. Avoid harsh chemical polishes on gilded bronze surfaces, as aggressive rubbing can strip the historic gilt finish.
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