Mantel clock - Spelter - 1900-1910
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Antique French Art Nouveau mantel clock, model “Sourire d’Avril” by Monica, c. 1900–1910, in spelter with a veined pink/breccia marble base, featuring an 8-day mechanical movement, strikes on half an hour with one bell, and includes a winding key.
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A beautiful antique French Art Nouveau mantel clock, "Sourire d'Avril" (April Smile).
A stunning and authentic French Art Nouveau mantel clock dating from the late 19th to early 20th centuries.
This elegant clock features a graceful sculpture of a young woman in patinated zinc alloy (régule), symbolizing spring, titled "Sourire d'Avril" (April Smile).
The signature "Monica" appears both on the original brass plaque and is cast directly onto the metal base.
Sculpture: Titled "Sourire d'Avril" (April Smile), it captures the classic, flowing lines and naturalistic essence of Art Nouveau style.
Base and Case: Crafted from a magnificent, solid block of veined pink/breccia marble, set on graceful, stylized, gilded metal feet. Dial: White porcelain/enamel dial with Arabic numerals, decorated with delicate floral garlands, sits beneath a hinged glass bezel.
Movement: Traditional French 8-day mechanical movement. Complete with winding key and pendulum (as pictured).
Condition Report: Appearance: Excellent antique condition with a rich, authentic patina consistent with age on the metal parts and minor surface signs of wear.
No major chips or cracks were found on the marble.
Photos are part of the description.
This item will be carefully packed, with lots of protective material and in a sturdy shipping box. Shipping with insurance and tracking code.
A beautiful antique French Art Nouveau mantel clock, "Sourire d'Avril" (April Smile).
A stunning and authentic French Art Nouveau mantel clock dating from the late 19th to early 20th centuries.
This elegant clock features a graceful sculpture of a young woman in patinated zinc alloy (régule), symbolizing spring, titled "Sourire d'Avril" (April Smile).
The signature "Monica" appears both on the original brass plaque and is cast directly onto the metal base.
Sculpture: Titled "Sourire d'Avril" (April Smile), it captures the classic, flowing lines and naturalistic essence of Art Nouveau style.
Base and Case: Crafted from a magnificent, solid block of veined pink/breccia marble, set on graceful, stylized, gilded metal feet. Dial: White porcelain/enamel dial with Arabic numerals, decorated with delicate floral garlands, sits beneath a hinged glass bezel.
Movement: Traditional French 8-day mechanical movement. Complete with winding key and pendulum (as pictured).
Condition Report: Appearance: Excellent antique condition with a rich, authentic patina consistent with age on the metal parts and minor surface signs of wear.
No major chips or cracks were found on the marble.
Photos are part of the description.
This item will be carefully packed, with lots of protective material and in a sturdy shipping box. Shipping with insurance and tracking code.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Model
Antique Art Nouveau French Mantle Clock "Sourire d’Avril" by Monica, c. 1900
Material
Spelter
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
8 day movement
Striking
half hour, one bell
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
52 cm
Width
28 cm
Depth
17 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
Weight
6.5 g
Winding key
Yes
