Table clock (3) - - Brussels Black - 1800-1850 - Napoleon III
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French Napoléon III mantel clock in Brussels black marble with gilded bronze trim, a mechanical 8‑day movement with Westminster chimes on five bells, accompanied by a pair of decorative side goblets, 23×21×13 cm, 4 kg, in good used condition.
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French Napoleon III mantel clock in Brussels black marble with garniture – 19th century
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Elegant French Napoleon III period mantel clock (Second Empire, 19th century) made in Brussels black marble, accompanied by its pair of ornamental side cups in matching style.
The piece features a classic combination of black marble with light-toned details on the sides and decorative metal appliques, following the characteristic French style of the late 19th century.
The clock retains:
* White dial with Roman numerals
* Original front glass in good condition
* Key-wound mechanical movement
* Original pendulum
* Chime bell
* Winding key included
Operation with an approximate 8-day power reserve.
The garniture adds a very decorative presence, ideal for a fireplace, console, or antique clock collection.
Condition
Good overall condition considering its age. It shows normal signs of wear, small marks and tonal variations typical of an antique piece. See photographs as part of the description.
Measurements
Clock:
* Height: 23 cm
* Width: 21 cm
* Depth: 13 cm
(Complete measurements of the side pieces if you wish to add them.)
Era
Late 19th century
Napoleon III / French Second Empire
Materials
* Brussels black marble
* Decorative golden/brass metal
* Glass
* Mechanical movement
French Napoleon III mantel clock in Brussels black marble with garniture – 19th century
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Elegant French Napoleon III period mantel clock (Second Empire, 19th century) made in Brussels black marble, accompanied by its pair of ornamental side cups in matching style.
The piece features a classic combination of black marble with light-toned details on the sides and decorative metal appliques, following the characteristic French style of the late 19th century.
The clock retains:
* White dial with Roman numerals
* Original front glass in good condition
* Key-wound mechanical movement
* Original pendulum
* Chime bell
* Winding key included
Operation with an approximate 8-day power reserve.
The garniture adds a very decorative presence, ideal for a fireplace, console, or antique clock collection.
Condition
Good overall condition considering its age. It shows normal signs of wear, small marks and tonal variations typical of an antique piece. See photographs as part of the description.
Measurements
Clock:
* Height: 23 cm
* Width: 21 cm
* Depth: 13 cm
(Complete measurements of the side pieces if you wish to add them.)
Era
Late 19th century
Napoleon III / French Second Empire
Materials
* Brussels black marble
* Decorative golden/brass metal
* Glass
* Mechanical movement
Details
Marble type
Brussels Black
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Napoleon III
Number of objects
3
Clock type
Table clock
Material
Marble
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
8 day movement
Striking
Westminster quarter striking, 5 bells
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
23 cm
Width
21 cm
Depth
13 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
Weight
4 kg
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