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Large Antique French Ormolu Rococo Clock Set ~ Dolphins
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Large Antique French Ormolu Rococo Clock Set ~ Dolphins

19th century
Sold 15 October 2025 · Dragon-Antiques.com
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~ French - Circa 1890 ~

~~ Excellent condition, fully overhauled ~~

A stunning and large original antique French ormolu clock set by A. D. Mougin. It is of the most beautiful Rococo style, featuring a dolphin in a niche, and decorated with 'C' scrolls, acanthus leaves, laurel sprigs and floral swags. Candelabra have 4 elaborate acanthus arms held aloft on slender columns surrounded by twirling sprigs of laurel.

Candelabra bases also feature a dolphin in a niche. The set is beautifully made and finished in ormolu (finely gilded bronze doré). The dial is porcelain enamel on copper with finely pieced and engraved ormolu hands.

The French movement is of high quality and is by A. D. Mougin. It is in excellent clean and running condition having been fully overhauled by our clockmaker. Pendulum is a replacement. 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.

Condition of the case is excellent, the original gilding is beautifully clean and bright with hardly any wear or discolouration. The dial is also in excellent condition just an occasional light mark. Candelabra are slightly distorted and the central drip trays may have been replaced at sometime.

A. D. Mougin clockmaker's mark on the movement backplate

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

Dimensions of clock:

inches: Height 18 1/4", Width 10 3/4", Depth 6"

centimetres: Height 46.5 cm, Width 27.5 cm, Depth 15.5 cm

Dimensions of candelabra:

inches: Height 17 1/4", Width 8 1/4", Depth 8 1/4"

centimetres: Height 44 cm, Width 21 cm, Depth 21 cm

Shipping within UK £30

Shipping to USA / Europe £185 by air fully insured

World wide shipping - £285 by air fully insured

Physical Dimensions
Height
46.5cm (18.31")
Width
27.5cm (10.83")
Depth
15.5cm (6.10")
Declaration

Dragon-Antiques.com has dated this French Ormolu Clock Set to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA966635
Dealers Internal Reference
RSC3385
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Description
~ French - Circa 1890 ~

~~ Excellent condition, fully overhauled ~~

A stunning and large original antique French ormolu clock set by A. D. Mougin.

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It is of the most beautiful Rococo style, featuring a dolphin in a niche, and decorated with 'C' scrolls, acanthus leaves, laurel sprigs and floral swags.
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Candelabra have 4 elaborate acanthus arms held aloft on slender columns surrounded by twirling sprigs of laurel.

fig 1. An ornate French ormolu clock set featuring a central mantel clock flanked by matching candelabra, all cast in an elaborate Rococo style with scrolling motifs.
fig 1. Large Antique French Ormolu Rococo Clock Set ~ Dolphins

Candelabra bases also feature a dolphin in a niche. The set is beautifully made and finished in ormolu (finely gilded bronze doré). The dial is porcelain enamel on copper with finely pieced and engraved ormolu hands.

fig 2. An ornate French ormolu clock set featuring a central mantel clock flanked by matching candelabra, all cast in an elaborate Rococo style with scrolling motifs.
fig 2. Large Antique French Ormolu Rococo Clock Set ~ Dolphins

The French movement is of high quality and is by A. D. Mougin. It is in excellent clean and running condition having been fully overhauled by our clockmaker. Pendulum is a replacement. 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.

fig 3. An ornate French ormolu clock set featuring a central mantel clock flanked by matching candelabra, all cast in an elaborate Rococo style with scrolling motifs.
fig 3. Large Antique French Ormolu Rococo Clock Set ~ Dolphins

Condition of the case is excellent, the original gilding is beautifully clean and bright with hardly any wear or discolouration. The dial is also in excellent condition just an occasional light mark. Candelabra are slightly distorted and the central drip trays may have been replaced at sometime.

fig 4. An ornate French ormolu clock set featuring a central mantel clock flanked by matching candelabra, all cast in an elaborate Rococo style with scrolling motifs.
fig 4. Large Antique French Ormolu Rococo Clock Set ~ Dolphins

A. D. Mougin clockmaker's mark on the movement backplate

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

Dimensions of clock:

inches: Height 18 1/4", Width 10 3/4", Depth 6"

fig 5. An ornate French ormolu clock set featuring a central mantel clock flanked by matching candelabra, all cast in an elaborate Rococo style with scrolling motifs.
fig 5. Large Antique French Ormolu Rococo Clock Set ~ Dolphins

centimetres: Height 46.5 cm, Width 27.5 cm, Depth 15.5 cm

Dimensions of candelabra:

inches: Height 17 1/4", Width 8 1/4", Depth 8 1/4"

centimetres: Height 44 cm, Width 21 cm, Depth 21 cm

Shipping within UK £30

Shipping to USA / Europe £185 by air fully insured

World wide shipping - £285 by air fully insured

Height
46.5cm (18.31")
Width
27.5cm (10.83")
Depth
15.5cm (6.10")
Date of Manufacture

Dragon-Antiques.com has dated this French Ormolu Clock Set to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA966635
Dealers Internal Ref
RSC3385
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An ornate French ormolu clock set featuring a central mantel clock flanked by matching candelabra, all cast in an elaborate Rococo style with scrolling motifs.
Large Antique French Ormolu Rococo Clock Set ~ Dolphins
Ref: SA966635
An ornate French ormolu clock set featuring a central mantel clock flanked by matching candelabra, all cast in an elaborate Rococo style with scrolling motifs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectClocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRococo
  • MaterialGilt bronze, Ormolu, Enamel
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsC-scrolls, Asymmetrical cartouches, Floral leafage, Dolphin accents
  • SizeH 46.5 cm (18 in) x W 27.5 cm (11 in) x D 15.5 cm (6 in)

FAQs

A French ormolu clock set, often comprising a mantel clock and matching candelabra, features mercury-gilded bronze crafted in decorative historical styles such as Rococo or Neoclassical.

These sets are typically constructed from cast bronze that has been fire-gilt with a gold amalgam, paired with enamel clock dials, brass clock movements, and sometimes marble bases.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-chased surface detailing on the bronze, traditional mechanical movements with maker signatures or serial numbers, and natural ageing of the gilt surface.

Positioning the clock set on a prominent surface such as a mantelpiece or sideboard allows it to serve as a focal point, contrasting effectively against minimalist or contemporary backdrops.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid chemical polishes or abrasive cleaners, which can strip away the delicate historical gilding.
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