Figural mantel clock - Antique Spelter, Brass - 1850-1900
05
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13
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36
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07
seconds
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€ 52
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Selected by Paula Martin-Calero Toro
Holds a degree in art history; over six years cataloguing and appraising antiques.
Estimate € 250 - € 300
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A French antique figural mantel clock dating to about 1880–1890, with a 8‑day mechanical movement, striking on one bell every half hour, made of patinated spelter with a brass clock bezel, set on a black Belgian marble pedestal, standing 50 cm high and weighing 13 kg, in good condition with two fingers missing on the sculpture.
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An elegant and imposing French antique figural mantel clock dating from the late 19th century (circa 1880–1890).
The clock features a finely detailed romantic and allegorical sculpture of a young woman seated by stylized foliage, holding a basket of flowers/fruits, with a bird resting on her shoulder.
The sculpture and the highly ornate base are crafted from patinated spelter (régule), showing a rich, deep finish.
The upper structure rests on a substantial historicist-style pedestal made of solid black Belgian marble, supported by heavy, openwork cast feet decorated with Neo-Rococo scrolls and acanthus leaves.The clock movement is integrated into the center of the base, featuring a dark dial with Roman numerals and a polished gilt brass bezel.
Overall the clock is in good state, in line with its age. Please take a look at the photographs two fingers on the sculpture are missing.
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.
An elegant and imposing French antique figural mantel clock dating from the late 19th century (circa 1880–1890).
The clock features a finely detailed romantic and allegorical sculpture of a young woman seated by stylized foliage, holding a basket of flowers/fruits, with a bird resting on her shoulder.
The sculpture and the highly ornate base are crafted from patinated spelter (régule), showing a rich, deep finish.
The upper structure rests on a substantial historicist-style pedestal made of solid black Belgian marble, supported by heavy, openwork cast feet decorated with Neo-Rococo scrolls and acanthus leaves.The clock movement is integrated into the center of the base, featuring a dark dial with Roman numerals and a polished gilt brass bezel.
Overall the clock is in good state, in line with its age. Please take a look at the photographs two fingers on the sculpture are missing.
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
1400-1900
Clock type
Figural mantel clock
Material
Brass, Spelter
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
50 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
38 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Weight
13 kg
Winding key
Yes
