What is a cherub clock?

A cherub clock is a nineteenth-century timepiece featuring sculptural figures of putti or winged infants cast in bronze or ormolu as part of the decorative case. These pieces were designed as decorative centrepieces for mantelpieces, often accompanied by matching candelabras in French garniture sets.

Who made these clocks?

Many surviving examples were produced by prominent French clockmaking firms and foundries during the Victorian era, including Japy Freres and Samuel Marti. Retailers and bronze founders collaborated to create the elaborate cases, while specialised movement makers supplied the mechanical interiors.

How do garniture sets work?

A garniture set consists of a central mantel clock accompanied by two matching side pieces, such as candelabras or decorative urns. Designed to be arranged symmetrically on a fireplace mantel, these matched sets share identical ormolu mounts, marble bases and stylistic motifs.

How should I care for an antique clock?

Antique mechanical clocks require a stable environment away from direct heat sources and dampness to preserve the gilding and marble. Professional servicing of the eight-day movement every few years ensures the brass gears and springs operate without excessive wear.

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An antique cherub clock brings sculptural putti and classical mythology into domestic timekeeping, combining gilt bronze and marble in ornamental mantel pieces.

19th century

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French Mantle Clock Circa 1880

From Frank Craig Antiques

£650

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C19th French Classical Cherub Mantle Clock, 37cm High

19th century

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C19th French Classical Cherub Mantle Clock, 37cm High

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£3,800

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19th century

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A Very Rare and Fine 19th Century French Marble and Bronze Garniture Clock Set

From Yeats Country Antiques

£21,650

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Japy Freres Ormolu and Sevres Porcelain Drum Head Clock - Fully Restored

19th century

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Japy Freres Ormolu and Sevres Porcelain Drum Head Clock - Fully Restored

From Dragon-Antiques.com

£2,850

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French Solid Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock 1860s

19th century

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French Solid Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock 1860s

From Arundel Clocks

£2,350

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19th century

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Le Roy, Paris Ormolu Mantel Clock

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

£925

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Beautiful French Mantel Clock with Putti

19th century

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Beautiful French Mantel Clock with Putti

From Its About Time

£1,600

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Fantastic Quality Large Antique Victorian Mantle Clock

19th century

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Fantastic Quality Large Antique Victorian Mantle Clock

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£1,475

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French Gilt Bronze & Porcelain Mantel Clock by Japy Frères, Circa 1870

19th century

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French Gilt Bronze & Porcelain Mantel Clock by Japy Frères, Circa 1870

From Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria

£850

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Small Timepiece on a Bronze Plinth. Hand-painted Dial

19th century

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Small Timepiece on a Bronze Plinth. Hand-painted Dial

From Carlton House Antiques

£195

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Listings for antique cherub clocks span the nineteenth century, featuring French Rococo Revival, Empire, and Louis XVI styles executed in ormolu and marble.

Superb Antique French Ormolu Rococo Clock ~ Leon Message ~ Jollet Et Cie

1900 - 1920

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Superb Antique French Ormolu Rococo Clock ~ Leon Message ~ Jollet Et Cie

From Dragon-Antiques.com

£8,450

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Magnificent Quality Antique Victorian Ornate Mantle Clock

19th century

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Magnificent Quality Antique Victorian Ornate Mantle Clock

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£1,150

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19th century

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Ormolu and Bronze Night Timepiece

From Walton House Antiques

£3,650

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19th century

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French Boulle Mantle Clock Circa 1860

From Frank Craig Antiques

£1,750

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French Louis XV Style Gilt Brass Mantel Clock by Samuel Marti

19th century

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French Louis XV Style Gilt Brass Mantel Clock by Samuel Marti

From Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors

£1,375

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19th century

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A Fine French Clock, Garniture Circa 1880. Ormolu, Clocks Set

From Frank Craig Antiques

£1,400

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Antique Cherub Clock

French Mantle Clock Circa 1880

C19th French Classical Cherub Mantle Clock, 37cm High

A Very Rare and Fine 19th Century French Marble and Bronze Garniture Clock Set

Japy Freres Ormolu and Sevres Porcelain Drum Head Clock - Fully Restored

French Solid Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock 1860s

Le Roy, Paris Ormolu Mantel Clock

Beautiful French Mantel Clock with Putti

Fantastic Quality Large Antique Victorian Mantle Clock

French Gilt Bronze & Porcelain Mantel Clock by Japy Frères, Circa 1870

Small Timepiece on a Bronze Plinth. Hand-painted Dial

Superb Antique French Ormolu Rococo Clock ~ Leon Message ~ Jollet Et Cie

Magnificent Quality Antique Victorian Ornate Mantle Clock

Ormolu and Bronze Night Timepiece

French Boulle Mantle Clock Circa 1860

French Louis XV Style Gilt Brass Mantel Clock by Samuel Marti

A Fine French Clock, Garniture Circa 1880. Ormolu, Clocks Set

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