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French Rosewood & Marquetry Mantel Clock by Henry Marc
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French Rosewood & Marquetry Mantel Clock by Henry Marc

19th century
Sold 1 January 1900 · Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors
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A decorative French Napoleon III rosewood antique mantel clock with boxwood marquetry leaf inlay and double boxwood string inlay to the case. The case has a bronze gilt carrying handle with movement viewing window to the top, and beaded brass bezel with white enamel dial and Roman numerals.

The movement is a French eight day duration with silk suspension and outside count wheel and it strikes the hours and half hours on a bell.

The movement back plate and dial have the makers name -

Henry Marc

Paris

The movement has been cleaned and serviced and comes with a 12 month guarantee.

Height – 21.5 cm (8 ½ inches)

Width – 15 cm (6 inches)

Depth – 12 cm (4 ¾ inches)

Circa - 1860

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Delivery is free for most of the mainland UK. If you are interested in purchasing and are outside the UK mainland or in the Scottish Highlands please get in touch first for a shipping quote. If you are an overseas buyer please contact us with your address so we can provide you with an accurate shipping quote and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

This item will be dispatched within a couple of working days of purchase. Delivery is usually next day and items will be provided with a tracking number. They are packaged to a high standard, double boxed, bubble wrapped and bedded in foam. Our preferred courier is Parcelforce, however we may send with a different courier occasionally.

All of our items can be collected.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
21.5cm (8.46")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has dated this French Rosewood Mantel Clock to the 19th Century.

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SA1176146
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ABOUT - Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has been established in Macclesfield, Cheshire for 35 years. We sell high quality antique furniture, clocks, lighting and decorative items ready for your home, to the general public and interior designers around the world from our showroom. Our stock inventory consists of decorative Continental, English and Oriental items ranging from the 18th century through to the 20th century.

PAYMENT - We accept BACS payment but we also accept debit and credit card and PayPal through our own website. All items come with an invoice with description and age.

Description
A decorative French Napoleon III rosewood antique mantel clock with boxwood marquetry leaf inlay and double boxwood string inlay to the case.
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The case has a bronze gilt carrying handle with movement viewing window to the top, and beaded brass bezel with white enamel dial and Roman numerals.
Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors
fig 1. A rectangular rosewood mantel clock decorated with light wood floral marquetry, a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, and a cast brass top handle.
fig 1. French Rosewood & Marquetry Mantel Clock by Henry Marc

The movement is a French eight day duration with silk suspension and outside count wheel and it strikes the hours and half hours on a bell.

The movement back plate and dial have the makers name -

Henry Marc

fig 2. A rectangular rosewood mantel clock decorated with light wood floral marquetry, a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, and a cast brass top handle.
fig 2. French Rosewood & Marquetry Mantel Clock by Henry Marc

Paris

The movement has been cleaned and serviced and comes with a 12 month guarantee.

Height – 21.5 cm (8 ½ inches)

Width – 15 cm (6 inches)

Depth – 12 cm (4 ¾ inches)

Circa - 1860

Delivery is free for most of the mainland UK. If you are interested in purchasing and are outside the UK mainland or in the Scottish Highlands please get in touch first for a shipping quote. If you are an overseas buyer please contact us with your address so we can provide you with an accurate shipping quote and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

fig 3. A rectangular rosewood mantel clock decorated with light wood floral marquetry, a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, and a cast brass top handle.
fig 3. French Rosewood & Marquetry Mantel Clock by Henry Marc

This item will be dispatched within a couple of working days of purchase. Delivery is usually next day and items will be provided with a tracking number. They are packaged to a high standard, double boxed, bubble wrapped and bedded in foam. Our preferred courier is Parcelforce, however we may send with a different courier occasionally.

All of our items can be collected.

View more items on our website www.arrowsmithantiques.com

Height
21.5cm (8.46")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has dated this French Rosewood Mantel Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1176146
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A rectangular rosewood mantel clock decorated with light wood floral marquetry, a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, and a cast brass top handle.
French Rosewood & Marquetry Mantel Clock by henry Marc
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  • ObjectMantel Clocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench 19th Century
  • MaterialRosewood, Boxwood, Brass, Enamel
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry inlay, Ornate brass carrying handle, White enamel dial, Roman numerals
  • SizeH 21.5 cm (8 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

This 19th-century French mantel clock is constructed from warm brown rosewood with contrasting light boxwood floral marquetry inlay, double stringing, and a pale plinth base. A cast or chased brass handle sits atop the rectangular case, which houses a white enamel dial featuring black Roman numerals behind a beaded brass bezel. The movement is inscribed with the maker's name, Henry Marc Paris. Measuring 21.5 cm high, 15 cm wide, and 12 cm deep, the timepiece functions on a French eight-day duration mechanism with silk suspension, an outside count wheel, and strikes on a bell. Suitable for placement on a mantelpiece, sideboard, or desk, this decorative clock brings period character to a living room, study, or hallway interior. It functions as a traditional timekeeper while adding ornamental detail through its classical French chateau style and contrasting timber tones.

FAQs

A 19th-century French marquetry mantel clock is a decorative horological piece crafted during the Charles X or Louis Philippe period, characterised by intricate floral wood marquetry inlays set into a dense rosewood or walnut case.

These clocks typically feature rosewood or mahogany veneered cases decorated with light-coloured marquetry inlays such as boxwood, along with cast brass dials or bezels, enamel dial plates, and brass movement mechanisms.

Authenticity is verified by inspecting maker stamps or signatures on the backplate or dial face, evaluating hand-cut marquetry work, and examining traditional countwheel strike movement assemblies inside the case.

A rosewood mantel clock adds visual weight and warmth when placed on a fireplace mantelpiece, marble-topped console table, or structured bookshelf alongside modern architectural accessories.

Position the clock away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage, and dust the cabinet gently using a dry microfibre cloth without applying liquid or abrasive chemical polishes.
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