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Glading of Paris Boulle Mantel Clock
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Glading of Paris Boulle Mantel Clock

19th century
Sold 20 August 2025 · Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
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Description

An impressive inlaid mantel clock by Glading of Paris. A smaller proportioned brass and red tortoishell boulle case. Inlaid front and sides to the case. Gilt case mounts in the rococo style. An enamel dial with blue Roman numerals and ornate brass hands. A well cast gilt dial bezel surround and convex bevelled glass. A glass front panel showing the original decorative gilt pendulum. An 8-day duration mechanism striking the 1/2 hours and hours on a bell signed 'Glading a Paris'. Circa 1890.

Height 12" / 30 cms Width 6" / 16 cms Depth 4" / 10 cms

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine antique mantel clock that has been serviced with 12 months guarantee. Worldwide tracked sending, please contact us for a quote. We are members of The British Watchmakers and Clockmakers Guild. Please phone us to place an order.

Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Boulle Mantel Clock to the 1890s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
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SA998351
Description
An impressive inlaid mantel clock by Glading of Paris. A smaller proportioned brass and red tortoishell boulle case. Inlaid front and sides to the case. Gilt case mounts in the rococo style. An enamel dial with blue Roman numerals and ornate brass hands. A well cast gilt dial bezel surround and convex bevelled glass. A glass front panel showing the original decorative gilt pendulum. An 8-day duration mechanism striking the 1/2 hours and hours on a bell signed 'Glading a Paris'. Circa 1890.
fig 1. An ornate French mantel clock featuring red Boulle marquetry inlay and elaborate gilt bronze mounts.
fig 1. Glading of Paris Boulle Mantel Clock

Height 12" / 30 cms Width 6" / 16 cms Depth 4" / 10 cms

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From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine antique mantel clock that has been serviced with 12 months guarantee.
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

Worldwide tracked sending, please contact us for a quote. We are members of The British Watchmakers and Clockmakers Guild. Please phone us to place an order.

Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Boulle Mantel Clock to the 1890s.

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA998351
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd Profile Page

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Archive I An ornate French mantel clock featuring red Boulle marquetry inlay and elaborate gilt bronze mounts. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Glading of Paris Boulle Mantel Clock

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Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Telephone 0117 956 5281
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Bristol
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/kembery
Verified Since Aug 2009
Items For Sale 150
Items Sold 4,303
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An ornate French mantel clock featuring red Boulle marquetry inlay and elaborate gilt bronze mounts.
Glading of Paris Boulle Mantel Clock
Ref: SA998351
An ornate French mantel clock featuring red Boulle marquetry inlay and elaborate gilt bronze mounts.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMantel Clock
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Baroque
  • MaterialTortoiseshell, Brass, Gilt Bronze, Enamel, Wood
  • ColourRed and Gold
  • MotifsBoulle marquetry, Ormolu mounts, Scroll feet, Roman numeral dial
  • SizeH 30 cm (12 in) x W 16 cm (6 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Boulle work is an elaborate marquetry technique named after Andre-Charles Boulle, master cabinetmaker to Louis XIV, involving the inlay of tortoiseshell and brass.

These pieces typically feature an oak or pine carcase veneered with tortoiseshell and engraved brass, adorned with cast and gilt bronze (ormolu) mounts.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting the hand-chased quality of the gilt bronze mounts, the precise cut of the marquetry, and the makers signature on the enamel dial or movement.

Placing the clock as a focal point on a mantelpiece or console table adds a layer of historical texture and metallic contrast to contemporary spaces.

Keep the clock away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity to protect the delicate tortoiseshell veneer, and have the mechanical movement professionally serviced periodically.
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