"Œil-de-Bœuf" Wall Clock (Ossenoog) Napoleon III Wood, mother-of-pearl, Brass - 1850-1900 - An absolute eye-catcher
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French Napoleon III period Œil-de-Bœuf wall clock with an 8-day mechanical movement, brass and mother-of-pearl inlays in a dark wooden case, 60 cm high by 50 cm wide by 11 cm deep and about 7 kg, in good used condition and with a winding key.
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Beautiful French Napoleon III "Œil-de-Bœuf" Wall Clock (Ossenoog) - Mid-to-Late 19th Century
Description
An elegant and quintessential example of French horology from the Napoleon III period (ca. 1850–1880). This wall clock—commonly known as an "Œil-de-Bœuf" (Bull's Eye) in French or "Ossenoog" in Dutch—features a striking, contoured wavy frame characteristic of the era.
The case is beautifully decorated with intricate, symmetrical mother-of-pearl (pearly shell) and brass foliate/floral inlays that contrast magnificently against the darkened wood tones. The clock faces a white porcelain/enamel dial adorned with classic black Roman numerals, completed by pierced ornamental hands and a polished brass bezel ring. The reverse features a classic ebonized wooden box extension housing the mechanical movement.
An absolute eye-catcher for any antique or classic European interior design.
Condition Report
Aesthetics: Good antique condition with age-appropriate wear. The wood, ebonized finish, and delicate mother-of-pearl inlay elements show normal vintage patina and minor aging typical for a 19th-century item. [
Mechanism: The clock features a traditional 8-day mechanical movement with a round gong strike. The brass pendulum is included. Please note: The movement is currently untested and needs to be checked and serviced by a professional clockmaster/horologist to ensure proper ongoing operation.
Specifications
Style: Napoleon III / Victorian / Classic French
Country of Origin: France
Era: Second half of the 19th Century
Dimensions: 60 cm (Height) × 50 cm (Width) × 11 cm (Depth)
Weight: Approx. 7 kg
Included Extras: Internal movement hardware and pendulum included (as pictured)
PHOTOS ARE PART OF THE DESCRIPTION.
Will be sent with safe packaging.
Beautiful French Napoleon III "Œil-de-Bœuf" Wall Clock (Ossenoog) - Mid-to-Late 19th Century
Description
An elegant and quintessential example of French horology from the Napoleon III period (ca. 1850–1880). This wall clock—commonly known as an "Œil-de-Bœuf" (Bull's Eye) in French or "Ossenoog" in Dutch—features a striking, contoured wavy frame characteristic of the era.
The case is beautifully decorated with intricate, symmetrical mother-of-pearl (pearly shell) and brass foliate/floral inlays that contrast magnificently against the darkened wood tones. The clock faces a white porcelain/enamel dial adorned with classic black Roman numerals, completed by pierced ornamental hands and a polished brass bezel ring. The reverse features a classic ebonized wooden box extension housing the mechanical movement.
An absolute eye-catcher for any antique or classic European interior design.
Condition Report
Aesthetics: Good antique condition with age-appropriate wear. The wood, ebonized finish, and delicate mother-of-pearl inlay elements show normal vintage patina and minor aging typical for a 19th-century item. [
Mechanism: The clock features a traditional 8-day mechanical movement with a round gong strike. The brass pendulum is included. Please note: The movement is currently untested and needs to be checked and serviced by a professional clockmaster/horologist to ensure proper ongoing operation.
Specifications
Style: Napoleon III / Victorian / Classic French
Country of Origin: France
Era: Second half of the 19th Century
Dimensions: 60 cm (Height) × 50 cm (Width) × 11 cm (Depth)
Weight: Approx. 7 kg
Included Extras: Internal movement hardware and pendulum included (as pictured)
PHOTOS ARE PART OF THE DESCRIPTION.
Will be sent with safe packaging.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Napoleon III
Title additional information
An absolute eye-catcher
Number of objects
1
Clock type
"Œil-de-Bœuf" Wall Clock (Ossenoog)
Material
mother-of-pearl, Brass, Wood
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
8 day movement
Striking
half hour, one gong
Style
Antique
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
60 cm
Width
50 cm
Depth
11 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Weight
7 kg
Winding key
Yes
