Clock and garniture set - Onyx, Bronze, Brass - 1850-1900

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French mid‑19th century onyx mantel clock and garniture set in gilded bronze and brass, featuring a mechanical movement with 1 day power reserve, no key, 44 x 31 x 25 cm and 10 kg, from France, in reasonable used condition and not in working order.

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A very elegant and luxurious French chimney-piece set from the 19th century (Napoleon III period), consisting of an imposing mantel clock and two accompanying cups. The set is made of high-quality natural white onyx with splendid gold-colored bronze and brass ornaments.
​Details of the timepiece:
The timepiece is marked with the prestigious stamp "Médaille de Bronze - S. Marti & Cie". Samuel Marti was one of the most well-known clockmakers from Montbéliard, renowned for the high quality of his French mantel clocks.
​Condition:
​Material: The onyx is in very good visual condition with its characteristic natural veining. The bronze has a beautiful authentic patina.
​Glass: The set is supplied with a rare, accompanying large glass dome (globe) that protects the clock.
​Operation: The clock is sold in its present condition ("as is"). It is unknown whether the mechanism currently functions.
​Key: There is no key available.
​This set is a beautiful example of French craftsmanship and makes a valuable addition to any classic interior or collection.
​Dimensions:
​Mantel clock (Pendule): 44 x 31 x 25 cm
​Cups (2x): 25 x 17 x 13 cm

A very elegant and luxurious French chimney-piece set from the 19th century (Napoleon III period), consisting of an imposing mantel clock and two accompanying cups. The set is made of high-quality natural white onyx with splendid gold-colored bronze and brass ornaments.
​Details of the timepiece:
The timepiece is marked with the prestigious stamp "Médaille de Bronze - S. Marti & Cie". Samuel Marti was one of the most well-known clockmakers from Montbéliard, renowned for the high quality of his French mantel clocks.
​Condition:
​Material: The onyx is in very good visual condition with its characteristic natural veining. The bronze has a beautiful authentic patina.
​Glass: The set is supplied with a rare, accompanying large glass dome (globe) that protects the clock.
​Operation: The clock is sold in its present condition ("as is"). It is unknown whether the mechanism currently functions.
​Key: There is no key available.
​This set is a beautiful example of French craftsmanship and makes a valuable addition to any classic interior or collection.
​Dimensions:
​Mantel clock (Pendule): 44 x 31 x 25 cm
​Cups (2x): 25 x 17 x 13 cm

Details

Era
1400-1900
Clock type
Clock and garniture set
Material
Brass, Bronze, Onyx
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power Reserve
1 day movement
Striking
half hour, one bell
Country of Origin
France
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
In working order
No
Height
44 cm
Width
31 cm
Depth
25 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Weight
10 kg
Winding Key
No
BelgiumVerified
12
Objects sold
Private

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