Clock - Antique - Gilt bronze - 1850-1900
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French gilded bronze mantel clock in antique Carlo X style, circa 1850–1900, with mechanical movement, multi-day power reserve, half-hour strike on a bell, in working order, 50 cm high, 30 cm wide, 20 cm deep, weight 9.10 kg, and winding key included.
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French gilded-bronze mantel clock in the Charles X style with decorative urn
This mantel clock embodies the elegance of the French Charles X period (1824-1830), characterized by neoclassical lines and refined gilded bronze (ormolu) decorations. The temple-like architecture with fluted columns, floral friezes, and the summit urn with volute handles reflects the taste for classical antiquity typical of the era. French mantel clocks from this period were considered symbols of status and refinement, often placed at the center of living room mantels in bourgeois and aristocratic homes.
These clocks are highly valued by antique clock collectors and enthusiasts of French decorative arts of the 19th century. The gilded bronze, the quality of casting, and the elegance of proportions make these pieces particularly desirable for furnishing classic spaces and for those seeking evidence of French artisanal excellence. Museums and private collectors actively seek well-preserved specimens for their historical significance and aesthetic value.
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Welcome to our profile. We are antique enthusiasts with a deep passion for art, history, and the charm of the past, cultivated through years of research and dedication. On Catawiki we offer a careful and curated selection of antiques: from period furniture to refined objets d'art, up to paintings and sculptures of quality.
Our goal is to offer collectors and lovers of beauty authentic pieces, selected rigorously for their quality, rarity, and condition. We guarantee maximum transparency in descriptions, detailed photographs, and secure and professional packaging, so that these wonders of the past can reach your homes intact to continue their story.
Translated by Google TranslateFrench gilded-bronze mantel clock in the Charles X style with decorative urn
This mantel clock embodies the elegance of the French Charles X period (1824-1830), characterized by neoclassical lines and refined gilded bronze (ormolu) decorations. The temple-like architecture with fluted columns, floral friezes, and the summit urn with volute handles reflects the taste for classical antiquity typical of the era. French mantel clocks from this period were considered symbols of status and refinement, often placed at the center of living room mantels in bourgeois and aristocratic homes.
These clocks are highly valued by antique clock collectors and enthusiasts of French decorative arts of the 19th century. The gilded bronze, the quality of casting, and the elegance of proportions make these pieces particularly desirable for furnishing classic spaces and for those seeking evidence of French artisanal excellence. Museums and private collectors actively seek well-preserved specimens for their historical significance and aesthetic value.
Seller's Story
Welcome to our profile. We are antique enthusiasts with a deep passion for art, history, and the charm of the past, cultivated through years of research and dedication. On Catawiki we offer a careful and curated selection of antiques: from period furniture to refined objets d'art, up to paintings and sculptures of quality.
Our goal is to offer collectors and lovers of beauty authentic pieces, selected rigorously for their quality, rarity, and condition. We guarantee maximum transparency in descriptions, detailed photographs, and secure and professional packaging, so that these wonders of the past can reach your homes intact to continue their story.
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Era
1400-1900
Bronze type
Gilt bronze
Material
Bronze
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
more day movement
Striking
half hour, one bell
Style
Antique
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
50 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
20 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Weight
9.1 kg
Winding key
Yes
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