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Antique French Ormolu and Porcelain Gothic Clock - Vincenti - Fully Overhauled
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Antique French Ormolu and Porcelain Gothic Clock - Vincenti - Fully Overhauled

19th century
Sold 5 September 2024 · Dragon-Antiques.com
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~ French - Circa 1855 ~

~~ Excellent condition, fully overhauled ~~

A lovely, early ormolu (finely gilded bronze) Gothic clock mounted with exquisite porcelain panels with a royal blue ground. These are beautifully decorated with heraldic motifs. The dial has a portrait of a royal couple and to the front of the clock is a seated knight in armor. Brackets to the side of the clock feature gothic goygoyls and above the dial is an angelic mask. The original gilding is beautifully crisp and fresh.

The dial lettered in gothic script and is complete with its original fine brass hands. The rear door is glazed with convex glass to allow the movement to be seen. Please note that this type of clock does not have a front bezel.

The French movement is of high quality and is by Vincenti. It is in excellent clean and running condition having been fully overhauled by our clockmaker. Pendulum is original. It runs for 8 days and strikes the hours and halves on a bell. We have a video of the clock, please ask and we will send you a link or paste this into your browser : https://www.facebook.com/DragonAntiques/videos/1159480915415922

Condition of the case is excellent, the original gilding is beautifully clean and bright with occasional areas of wear and discolouration. Condition of the porcelain is good, the bottom left panel has some cracking and old restoration. the dial has some chipping around the winding holes.

Complete with original pendulum, bell and a suitable key. Full setting up instructions supplied if required.

Dimensions of clock:

inches:Height 12 3/4", Width 8 1/2", Depth 5 1/4"

centimetres: Height 32.5 cm, Width 21.5 cm, Depth 13 cm

Shipping within UK £25

Shipping to USA / Europe £95 by air fully insured

World wide shipping - £125 by air fully insured

Physical Dimensions
Height
32.5cm (12.80")
Width
21.5cm (8.46")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Declaration

Dragon-Antiques.com has dated this French Ormolu Gothic Clock to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1087187
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RSC3690
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Description
~ French - Circa 1855 ~

~~ Excellent condition, fully overhauled ~~

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A lovely, early ormolu (finely gilded bronze) Gothic clock mounted with exquisite porcelain panels with a royal blue ground.
Dragon-Antiques.com

These are beautifully decorated with heraldic motifs. The dial has a portrait of a royal couple and to the front of the clock is a seated knight in armor. Brackets to the side of the clock feature gothic goygoyls and above the dial is an angelic mask. The original gilding is beautifully crisp and fresh.

fig 1. An ornate antique French ormolu and porcelain Gothic mantel clock featuring a blue dial with painted portraits and intricate gilt bronze figural mountings.
fig 1. Antique French Ormolu and Porcelain Gothic Clock - Vincenti - Fully Overhauled

The dial lettered in gothic script and is complete with its original fine brass hands. The rear door is glazed with convex glass to allow the movement to be seen. Please note that this type of clock does not have a front bezel.

fig 2. An ornate antique French ormolu and porcelain Gothic mantel clock featuring a blue dial with painted portraits and intricate gilt bronze figural mountings.
fig 2. Antique French Ormolu and Porcelain Gothic Clock - Vincenti - Fully Overhauled

The French movement is of high quality and is by Vincenti. It is in excellent clean and running condition having been fully overhauled by our clockmaker. Pendulum is original. It runs for 8 days and strikes the hours and halves on a bell. We have a video of the clock, please ask and we will send you a link or paste this into your browser : https://www.facebook.com/DragonAntiques/videos/1159480915415922

fig 3. An ornate antique French ormolu and porcelain Gothic mantel clock featuring a blue dial with painted portraits and intricate gilt bronze figural mountings.
fig 3. Antique French Ormolu and Porcelain Gothic Clock - Vincenti - Fully Overhauled

Condition of the case is excellent, the original gilding is beautifully clean and bright with occasional areas of wear and discolouration. Condition of the porcelain is good, the bottom left panel has some cracking and old restoration. the dial has some chipping around the winding holes.

fig 4. An ornate antique French ormolu and porcelain Gothic mantel clock featuring a blue dial with painted portraits and intricate gilt bronze figural mountings.
fig 4. Antique French Ormolu and Porcelain Gothic Clock - Vincenti - Fully Overhauled

Complete with original pendulum, bell and a suitable key. Full setting up instructions supplied if required.

Dimensions of clock:

inches:Height 12 3/4", Width 8 1/2", Depth 5 1/4"

centimetres: Height 32.5 cm, Width 21.5 cm, Depth 13 cm

Shipping within UK £25

Shipping to USA / Europe £95 by air fully insured

World wide shipping - £125 by air fully insured

Height
32.5cm (12.80")
Width
21.5cm (8.46")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Date of Manufacture

Dragon-Antiques.com has dated this French Ormolu Gothic Clock to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1087187
Dealers Internal Ref
RSC3690
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An ornate antique French ormolu and porcelain Gothic mantel clock featuring a blue dial with painted portraits and intricate gilt bronze figural mountings.
Antique French Ormolu and Porcelain Gothic Clock - Vincenti - Fully Overhauled
Ref: SA1087187
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMantel Clocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGothic Revival
  • MaterialGilt Bronze, Porcelain, Brass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsFigural mounts, Porcelain plaques, Gothic arches, Enamelled dial
  • SizeH 32.5 cm (13 in) x W 21.5 cm (8 in) x D 13 cm (5 in)

FAQs

The Gothic Revival style in French horology draws inspiration from medieval architecture, featuring pointed arches, tracery, crockets, and sculptural figures reminiscent of cathedrals.

These timepieces typically employ fire-gilded bronze, known as ormolu, combined with hand-painted porcelain plaques and dials, housing mechanical brass movements crafted by established makers like Vincenti.

Authentic pieces exhibit heavy fire-gilded bronze with hand-chiselled detailing, traditional maker stamps on the brass movement backplate, and hand-painted enamel or porcelain dial elements rather than modern synthetic prints.

Such a statement piece works effectively as a focal point on a formal mantelpiece or a classic sideboard, contrasting against clean, neutral architectural backgrounds to highlight its intricate craftsmanship.

Dust gently with a soft, dry brush, avoid chemical polishes that can strip the delicate gilt surface, and have the mechanical movement professionally serviced every few years to ensure longevity.
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