Mantel clock - Lardot & Boyon - Art Deco Marble - 1920-1930 - Width 57cm
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Art Deco French marble mantel clock by Lardot & Boyon, circa 1930, with veined yellow marble and Portor black marble, octagonal patinated metal dial with floral motif, mechanical 8-day movement and half-hour strike on a single gong, 57 cm wide, 27 cm high, 15 cm deep, 30 kg, not in working order and showing signs of wear, pendulum and balance wheel included, with front hands and left marble missing.
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Fabrication: LARDOT & BOYON
France, circa 1930
Veined yellow marble, Portor black marble, metal dial with a patinated floral decoration, mechanical movement.
Dimensions: Width 57 cm – Height 27 cm – Depth 15 cm
Impressive Art Deco-style mantel clock, crafted by the house of Lardot & Boyon, renowned for its creations in marble and hard stone during the interwar period. The whole is built around a play of architecturally structured volumes, typical of the era, where geometric rigor, richness of materials, and decorative elegance intertwine.
The body of the clock is made of a magnificent veined yellow marble, with warm tones ranging from ochre, amber, to honey, streaked with brown and violet veins. These natural layers form a spectacular graphic network that emphasizes the monumentality of the piece. The sides and the base are accented with elements in Portor black marble, recognizable by its bright golden veins, creating a striking contrast that is quintessentially Art Deco.
In the center, an octagonal dial in patinated metal stands out clearly against the marble. The embossed numbers, stylized and slightly elongated, are directly inspired by the graphic vocabulary of the 1920s–1930s. They are arranged around a decorative pattern of stylized flowers in a rosette, finely carved. The frame of the dial, also in patinated metal, features ridged lines and discreet arabesque motifs, while the sides are adorned with a lush relief decoration composed of stylized flowers, leaves, and fruits, typical of the transition between late Art Nouveau and emerging Art Deco.
The entire façade features a harmonious combination of gentle curves (upper arch), polished flat surfaces, and rectangular volumes, giving the clock a remarkable sculptural presence. The back is open with a circular oculus allowing access to the mechanical movement, originally visible through the opening. The base rests on four small integrated pads.
Note: A lack of marble on the left side, the entire pendulum needs to be revised, I have the balance wheel and it will be included. The two front face hands are also missing. It will be a superb object after restoration.
Seller's Story
Hello,
I am a French antique dealer based in Pau in the Southwest.
I specialize in furniture and decorative objects from the 19th century, particularly from the Napoleonic III period.
I also offer some 18th-century antiques, as well as furniture from the 1960s/70s.
For small item deliveries, I go through the regular mail.
For large items such as mirrors, furniture, etc., I ship with private carriers. I will keep you informed about the progress of the delivery.
Translated by Google TranslateFabrication: LARDOT & BOYON
France, circa 1930
Veined yellow marble, Portor black marble, metal dial with a patinated floral decoration, mechanical movement.
Dimensions: Width 57 cm – Height 27 cm – Depth 15 cm
Impressive Art Deco-style mantel clock, crafted by the house of Lardot & Boyon, renowned for its creations in marble and hard stone during the interwar period. The whole is built around a play of architecturally structured volumes, typical of the era, where geometric rigor, richness of materials, and decorative elegance intertwine.
The body of the clock is made of a magnificent veined yellow marble, with warm tones ranging from ochre, amber, to honey, streaked with brown and violet veins. These natural layers form a spectacular graphic network that emphasizes the monumentality of the piece. The sides and the base are accented with elements in Portor black marble, recognizable by its bright golden veins, creating a striking contrast that is quintessentially Art Deco.
In the center, an octagonal dial in patinated metal stands out clearly against the marble. The embossed numbers, stylized and slightly elongated, are directly inspired by the graphic vocabulary of the 1920s–1930s. They are arranged around a decorative pattern of stylized flowers in a rosette, finely carved. The frame of the dial, also in patinated metal, features ridged lines and discreet arabesque motifs, while the sides are adorned with a lush relief decoration composed of stylized flowers, leaves, and fruits, typical of the transition between late Art Nouveau and emerging Art Deco.
The entire façade features a harmonious combination of gentle curves (upper arch), polished flat surfaces, and rectangular volumes, giving the clock a remarkable sculptural presence. The back is open with a circular oculus allowing access to the mechanical movement, originally visible through the opening. The base rests on four small integrated pads.
Note: A lack of marble on the left side, the entire pendulum needs to be revised, I have the balance wheel and it will be included. The two front face hands are also missing. It will be a superb object after restoration.
Seller's Story
Hello,
I am a French antique dealer based in Pau in the Southwest.
I specialize in furniture and decorative objects from the 19th century, particularly from the Napoleonic III period.
I also offer some 18th-century antiques, as well as furniture from the 1960s/70s.
For small item deliveries, I go through the regular mail.
For large items such as mirrors, furniture, etc., I ship with private carriers. I will keep you informed about the progress of the delivery.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/ Brand
Lardot & Boyon
Title additional information
Width 57cm
Material
Marble
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power Reserve
8 day movement
Striking
half hour, one bell
Style
Art Deco
Country of Origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
No
Height
27 cm
Width
57 cm
Depth
15 cm
Estimated Period
1920-1930
Weight
30 kg
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