mantel clock - Ad. Mougin - Bronze, messing - 1850-1900
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€ 160
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Estimate € 330 - € 400
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Antique Napoleon III mantel clock by Ad. Mougin, dating to ca. 1860–1890, in solid bronze with a brass patina, mechanical eight‑day movement with a half‑hour strike on one bell, 45 cm high and 7 kg, winding key included, France, in good used condition and in working order.
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Antique Napoleon III mantel clock – Ad. Mougin (circa 1860–1890)
Manufacturer & movement: A movement by the famous clockmaking house Ad. Mougin (officially stamped on the movement with “Deux Médailles”); the clock is fully functional, the striking mechanism strikes on the hours and the original winding key is included.
Material & authenticity: Made of solid, chased bronze, confirmed by the green antique patina of the copper and the splendid gold-yellow color revealed during cleaning; a piece of exceptional weight and substance.
Style & design: Neoclassical / Napoleon III, defined by the finely detailed dial with Roman numerals and relief-like floral garlands (protected by a solid frame with convex glass), adorned with relief medallions of classical profiles and a finely carved handle on the top.
Collector value: An extraordinary art object of clockmaking, highly sought after by collectors due to its preserved original condition, flawless functionality, and high-quality material.
Antique Napoleon III mantel clock – Ad. Mougin (circa 1860–1890)
Manufacturer & movement: A movement by the famous clockmaking house Ad. Mougin (officially stamped on the movement with “Deux Médailles”); the clock is fully functional, the striking mechanism strikes on the hours and the original winding key is included.
Material & authenticity: Made of solid, chased bronze, confirmed by the green antique patina of the copper and the splendid gold-yellow color revealed during cleaning; a piece of exceptional weight and substance.
Style & design: Neoclassical / Napoleon III, defined by the finely detailed dial with Roman numerals and relief-like floral garlands (protected by a solid frame with convex glass), adorned with relief medallions of classical profiles and a finely carved handle on the top.
Collector value: An extraordinary art object of clockmaking, highly sought after by collectors due to its preserved original condition, flawless functionality, and high-quality material.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Manufacturer/brand
Ad. Mougin
Number of objects
1
Clock type
mantel clock
Material
Bronze, messing
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
45 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Weight
7 kg
Winding key
Yes
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