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Antique Neoclassical style gilt bronze mantel clock

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Antique Neoclassical style gilt bronze mantel clock
French, 19th Century
Height 47cm, width 35cm, depth 23cm

This mantel clock is a wonderful piece of French Neoclassical design. It is an unusual and very beautiful item, which has been expertly crafted from gilt bronze (ormolu). The clock will add elegance and sophistication to a mantelpiece.

The clock features a table-form body which is topped by a classical urn. The urn is crowned by a pomegranate finial and mounted with twin handles in the shape of rams’ heads with rings in their mouths. The urn is decorated with twisted and cabled fluting, a belt draped with foliate swags, panelled motifs and a ropework band.

The urn stands on a table-shaped body which is surmounted by outward-pointing pinecone finials and laurel branches. The stepped tabletop has scalloped corners and is decorated with an egg-and-dart and leaf-and-dart band, as well as a central Green Man mask. This top is supported on six legs which feature leafy scrolled tops draped with swags and hoof feet. Between the legs, there is a drum clock case with a white enamel dial. This dial features deep blue Roman and Arabic Numerals. It is displayed behind a glass lens within a twisted ribbon bezel. The case is decorated, below the dial, with stylised branches and a cartouche. The clock movement is stamped 'Roblin/ & Fils Frere/ A Paris'.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Enamel, Ormolu (Gilt Bronze).
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Neoclassical
Dealer Reference #:	13564
Incollect Reference #:	792220

Dimensions

W.	13.78 in;	H.	18.5 in;	D.	9.06 in;
W.	35 cm;	H.	47 cm;	D.	23 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery, located in London’s exclusive Mayfair district, specializes in exceptional art and antiques from the 19th and early 20th centuries, featuring works by renowned artists and craftsmen. With a focus on quality and historical importance, our diverse collection unites exquisite pieces that exemplify unparalleled artistry. | jamie@mayfairgallery.com | 44.207.491.3435 |