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French Rosewood Portico Mantel Clock

19th century
Sold 15 April 2026 · Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors
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Description

A very good quality French 19th century rosewood antique portico mantel clock with floral satinwood inlay, boxwood string inlay and boxwood stringing to the columns, finished with brass gilt capitals.

The clock has a decorative harp shaped pendulum with central star motif and a silvered dial with Roman numerals. The movement is an eight day with outside count wheel which strikes the hours and half hours on a bell.

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

Height - 51 cm (20 inches)

Width - 27 cm (10 ½ inches)

Depth - 15 cm (6 inches)

Circa - 1870

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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
51cm (20.08")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1193412
Dealers Notes

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 very good quality French 19th century rosewood antique portico mantel clock with floral satinwood inlay, boxwood string inlay and boxwood stringing to the columns, finished with brass gilt capitals.
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The clock has a decorative harp shaped pendulum with central star motif and a silvered dial with Roman numerals.
Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors

The movement is an eight day with outside count wheel which strikes the hours and half hours on a bell.

fig 1. An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum.
fig 1. French Rosewood Portico Mantel Clock

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

Height - 51 cm (20 inches)

Width - 27 cm (10 ½ inches)

Depth - 15 cm (6 inches)

Circa - 1870

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 2. An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum.
fig 2. French Rosewood Portico Mantel Clock

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
51cm (20.08")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1193412
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An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

French Rosewood Portico Mantel Clock

Archive II An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum. View II
Archive III An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum. View III
Archive IV An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum. View IV
Archive V An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum. View V
Archive VI An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum. View VI
Archive VII An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum. View VII
Archive VIII An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum. View VIII
Archive IX An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum. View IX
Archive X An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum. View X
Archive XI An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum. View XI
Archive XII An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum. View XII
Archive XIII An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum. View XIII
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Unit 7 - 8 Waterside Mill
Waterside
Macclesfield
Cheshire
SK11 7HG
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/arrowsmith
Verified Since Oct 2011
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An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum.
French Rosewood Portico Mantel Clock
Ref: SA1193412
An upright antique French portico clock made of dark rosewood featuring four classical columns, floral marquetry, and an ornate ormolu bezel surrounding a white enamel dial with a visible pendulum.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMantel Clocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleEmpire / Neoclassical
  • MaterialRosewood, Ormolu, Enamel, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsClassical columns, Floral marquetry, Ormolu mounts, Visible pendulum
  • SizeH 51 cm (20 in) x W 27 cm (11 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

FAQs

Portico clocks originated in France during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, heavily influenced by neoclassical architecture and the Empire style, featuring distinct architectural pillars supporting a central clock movement.

These clocks typically utilized dense exotic hardwoods such as rosewood or mahogany veneers over a carcase, accented with cast brass or fire-gilt ormolu mounts and delicate floral marquetry.

Authentic period pieces usually feature hand-crafted mechanical movements with silk-suspension or pendulum designs, fire-gilded bronze elements, and traditional hand-cut enamel dials with Roman numerals.

A portico clock serves as a striking focal point on a mantelpiece, sideboard, or console table, contrasting sharply against minimalist backdrops to highlight its architectural lines and warm wood tones.

Preservation requires keeping the wooden case away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity, cleaning the wood with specialized non-abrasive wax, and having the mechanical movement professionally serviced every few years.
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