Mantel clock - Metal - 1800-1850 - bronze-patinated
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French Louis-Philippe mantel clock in bronze-patinated metal with fire-gilt ornaments, an 8-day mechanical movement striking the hours and half-hours on a bell, silver-plated brass dial with Breguet-style hands, winding key, circa 1840–1850, dimensions 29 × 14 × 12.5 cm, weight 3.2 kg, in good condition.
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An attractive mantel clock in bronze-patinated metal with fire-gilt ornaments. French, Louis Phillipe dating from around 1840–1850.
The bronze-patinated case features beautifully detailed ornamentation. The front displays allegories of the arts, including personifications of painting and sculpture alongside an easel and a bust. Dancing nymphs appear on both sides, topped by stylized lion heads. The base of the clock features a wide band of acanthus leaves interspersed with rosettes.
The dial is made of silver-plated brass with turned rings and painted numerals, and it features Breguet-style hands. The pendulum length adjustment mechanism is located at the top of the dial.
The 8-day French movement strikes the hours and half-hours on a bell. The clock is in good working order and comes with a winding key.
Note: Transport can affect the functionality of a mechanical clock. It may cause issues with the pendulum's swing (leading to irregular timekeeping). Adjusting this requires some expertise.
Dimensions:
Height = 29 cm
Width = 14 cm
Depth = 12.5 cm
An attractive mantel clock in bronze-patinated metal with fire-gilt ornaments. French, Louis Phillipe dating from around 1840–1850.
The bronze-patinated case features beautifully detailed ornamentation. The front displays allegories of the arts, including personifications of painting and sculpture alongside an easel and a bust. Dancing nymphs appear on both sides, topped by stylized lion heads. The base of the clock features a wide band of acanthus leaves interspersed with rosettes.
The dial is made of silver-plated brass with turned rings and painted numerals, and it features Breguet-style hands. The pendulum length adjustment mechanism is located at the top of the dial.
The 8-day French movement strikes the hours and half-hours on a bell. The clock is in good working order and comes with a winding key.
Note: Transport can affect the functionality of a mechanical clock. It may cause issues with the pendulum's swing (leading to irregular timekeeping). Adjusting this requires some expertise.
Dimensions:
Height = 29 cm
Width = 14 cm
Depth = 12.5 cm
Details
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
bronze-patinated
Material
Metal
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
29 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
12.5 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
Weight
3.2 kg
Winding key
Yes
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