Figural mantel clock Napoleon III Bronze, Marble - 1850-1900
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Napoléon III era mantel clock from circa 1850–1860, in white marble with patinated bronze sculpture and gilt bronze ornaments, a mechanical movement by Japy Frères signed by Constantin-Louis Detouche, 8-day power reserve, striking every half hour on a gong, measuring 43 cm high by 35 cm wide by 15 cm deep and weighing 12 kg, with winding key, in good used condition with minor aging traces, originating from France.
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Impressive Napoleon III period mantel clock (ca. 1850-1860) of large size. It consists of a massive base in white marble, richly adorned with gilt bronze appliques and resting on turned feet. The upper part is crowned by a large patinated bronze sculpture depicting a classical allegory. This piece stands out for its high technical and historical value, bearing the double signature of the famous manufacturer Japy Frères and the prestigious clockmaker Constantin-Louis Detouche, Official Supplier to Emperor Napoleon III. The entire piece is in an exceptional state of preservation, complete, functional and accompanied by its original winding key.
Era / Style: Second Empire / Napoleon III (Mid-19th century, ca. 1850-1860). Provenance: Paris, France. Clockmaker / Workshop: Constantin-Louis Detouche (228-230 Rue St. Martin, Paris) – Clockmaker to the City of Paris and Supplier to H.M. the Emperor. Movement maker (ebauche): Japy Frères (Movement stamped "Médailles d'Or", post-1849). Serial number: 14627 (stamped on the back of the movement, in perfect conformity with the dial).
pendulum-regulated movement, anchor escapement, striking of hours and half-hours on a bell, mention of the SGDG patent. Materials: white marble, patinated brown bronze (sculpture), gilt bronze (ornamentation), white enamel dial with Roman numerals. Dimensions: Height: 43 cm | Length: 35 cm | Width: 15 cm.
Impressive Napoleon III period mantel clock (ca. 1850-1860) of large size. It consists of a massive base in white marble, richly adorned with gilt bronze appliques and resting on turned feet. The upper part is crowned by a large patinated bronze sculpture depicting a classical allegory. This piece stands out for its high technical and historical value, bearing the double signature of the famous manufacturer Japy Frères and the prestigious clockmaker Constantin-Louis Detouche, Official Supplier to Emperor Napoleon III. The entire piece is in an exceptional state of preservation, complete, functional and accompanied by its original winding key.
Era / Style: Second Empire / Napoleon III (Mid-19th century, ca. 1850-1860). Provenance: Paris, France. Clockmaker / Workshop: Constantin-Louis Detouche (228-230 Rue St. Martin, Paris) – Clockmaker to the City of Paris and Supplier to H.M. the Emperor. Movement maker (ebauche): Japy Frères (Movement stamped "Médailles d'Or", post-1849). Serial number: 14627 (stamped on the back of the movement, in perfect conformity with the dial).
pendulum-regulated movement, anchor escapement, striking of hours and half-hours on a bell, mention of the SGDG patent. Materials: white marble, patinated brown bronze (sculpture), gilt bronze (ornamentation), white enamel dial with Roman numerals. Dimensions: Height: 43 cm | Length: 35 cm | Width: 15 cm.
Details
Style subtype
Napoleon III
Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
1
Clock type
Figural mantel clock
Material
Bronze, Marble
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
8 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
43 cm
Width
35 cm
Depth
15 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Weight
12 kg
Winding key
Yes
