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A French Ormolu Mantle Clock of Lion Form
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for sale €5,558     $6,033
£4,750
Walton House Antiques

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A French Ormolu Mantle Clock of Lion Form

19th century
Description

A French Ormolu mantle clock of lion form, white enamel dial signed Klaftenberger, 157 Regent Street London. Movement mounted on the lion's back surmounted by military trophies circa 1890.

Height 14.5" 37

Width 9" 23

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this Ormolu Lion Mantel Clock to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Check ID 09277136
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 130-170 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Dial signature Klaftenberger, Regent Street: established Victorian London retailer of fine clocks.
Deeply chased gilt-bronze lion and military trophies: crisp Victorian casting and finishing.
Twin-train circular brass movement with rear bell: typical French striking pendulum mechanism.
Pierced foliate hands: finely detailed gilded brass work.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1182448
Dealers Internal Reference
CL101
Dealers Notes

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Description
A French Ormolu mantle clock of lion form, white enamel dial signed Klaftenberger, 157 Regent Street London. Movement mounted on the lion's back surmounted by military trophies circa 1890.

Height 14.5" 37

fig 1. An antique French ormolu mantel clock featuring a gilt bronze lion carrying a circular clock drum, mounted on a rectangular base with floral swags.
fig 1. A French Ormolu Mantle Clock of Lion Form

Width 9" 23

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All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated.
Walton House Antiques

Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this Ormolu Lion Mantel Clock to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 09277136
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 130-170 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Dial signature Klaftenberger, Regent Street: established Victorian London retailer of fine clocks.
Deeply chased gilt-bronze lion and military trophies: crisp Victorian casting and finishing.
Twin-train circular brass movement with rear bell: typical French striking pendulum mechanism.
Pierced foliate hands: finely detailed gilded brass work.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1182448
Dealers Internal Ref
CL101
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century antique furniture 19th century oils and 19th french ormolu clocks

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Trade Associations

Walton House Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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An antique French ormolu mantel clock featuring a gilt bronze lion carrying a circular clock drum, mounted on a rectangular base with floral swags.
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Archive I An antique French ormolu mantel clock featuring a gilt bronze lion carrying a circular clock drum, mounted on a rectangular base with floral swags.

A French Ormolu Mantle Clock of Lion Form

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Archive III An antique French ormolu mantel clock featuring a gilt bronze lion carrying a circular clock drum, mounted on a rectangular base with floral swags. View III
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An antique French ormolu mantel clock featuring a gilt bronze lion carrying a circular clock drum, mounted on a rectangular base with floral swags.
A French ormolu mantle clock of lion form
Ref: SA1182448
An antique French ormolu mantel clock featuring a gilt bronze lion carrying a circular clock drum, mounted on a rectangular base with floral swags.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMantel Clocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Empire
  • MaterialOrmolu, Gilt Bronze, Enamel, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsLion sculpture, Roman numeral dial, Floral swags, Trophy cresting
  • SizeH 37 cm (15 in) x W 23 cm (9 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

This French Empire mantel clock belongs to the 19th century and takes the form of a gold ormolu lion carrying a circular clock drum on its back. The piece is cast from gilt bronze with a bright gold finish, featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and the signature of Klaftenberger, 157 Regent Street London. Above the clock face sits a detailed military trophy cresting, while the rectangular base stands on scrolling feet and is decorated with applied floral swags. Measuring 37 cm high, 23 cm wide and 10 cm deep, this item stands on a solid foundation suitable for display on a mantelpiece. It brings a touch of classical French chateau style to a living room, study or grand hallway when placed upon a suitable surface.

FAQs

A French ormolu lion clock, known historically as a pendule au lion, is a decorative timepiece where the clock mechanism is supported by a sculpted gilt-bronze lion motif, originating in 18th-century France.

These clocks are constructed from mercury-gilded cast bronze, incorporating enamel dials, brass gear trains, steel components, and glass protective covers.

Authentic examples demonstrate mercury-gilding with characteristic tone variations, hand-chased surface details, French countwheel movement mechanisms, and period assembly markings.

The clock can be positioned centrally on a marble fireplace mantel, a timber sideboard, or a console table to serve as a structured focal point within a room scheme.

Preservation requires regular light dusting with a dry soft brush, keeping the metal dry and avoiding liquid polishes or chemical cleaners that erode the original gilding.
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