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Antique 19th Century Bourbon Restauration Malachite and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Antique 19th Century Bourbon Restauration Malachite and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock
French, c. 1827
Dimensions: Height 65cm, width 32cm, depth 20cm

This beautiful early 19th Century mantel clock was created during the Bourbon Restauration period, and is a fine example of the distinct style. The clock stands on a rounded rectangular malachite base, from which springs four malachite columns. These feature ormolu bases and capitals, and support the architecturally shaped top of the clock. Both the base and top are decorated with foliate designed ormolu mounts. The silvered dial is painted with Roman numeral indices and is surrounded by an ornate ormolu border. The ormolu pendulum hangs below this, decorated in a similar manner to the dial's border.

The movement is stamped 'B.P&F', '3873' and inscribed 'Medaille D'Or / 1827', indicating that the clock won a Gold Medal at an Exposition.

The malachite is a later veneer added to the body of the clock.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Ormolu (gilt-bronze), malachite veneer.
Creation Date:	1827
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	16567
Incollect Reference #:	454205

Dimensions

W.	12.6 in;	H.	25.59 in;	D.	7.87 in;
W.	32 cm;	H.	65 cm;	D.	20 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.