Art Deco Samuel Marti Griotte Marble and Gilt Brass Mantel Clock
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
c. 1920s-1930s
This French Art Deco mantel clock dates to the 1920s-1930s and features an elegant arched case constructed from richly mottled red Griotte marble, supported by a rectangular plinth base.
The front of the clock is embellished with decorative gilt brass filigree overlays that incorporate stylized geometric fans, floral rosettes, and scrolling motifs. Set into the marble is a white enameled porcelain dial featuring Arabic numerals and dual winding apertures for the mechanical movement. The timepiece was manufactured by the renowned French maker Samuel Marti and retailed by Alliol & Erdreich. The movement carries a stamp referencing the gold medal awarded to Samuel Marti at the 1900 Paris Exposition Universelle, alongside serial number 882 and production numbers 5 and 2.
Measuring approximately 9.5 inches in height, 15 inches in length, and 5.5 inches in width, the clock represents the distinct aesthetic sensibilities of the Art Deco period. Note that this timepiece is presented in its current state without a pendulum assembly or winding key.
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Physical characteristics
- Materials
- Griotte marble, gilt brass, enameled porcelain
- Dimensions
- H. 9.5" x L. 15" x W. 5.5"
Technical characteristics
- Movement
- Mechanical
- Serial number
- 882
- Additional production numbers
- 5, 2
Design
- Dial
- White enameled porcelain with Arabic numerals
- Inscriptions
- MÉDAILLE D'OR / SAMUEL MARTI / PARIS 1900; ALLIOL & ERDREICH; MADE IN FRANCE
- Ornamentation
- Gilt brass filigree with geometric fans, rosettes, and scrolling motifs
Identification
- Source note
- Described from a single auction-house listing published on Invaluable (reproduced with Invaluable's permission). Details apply to that one example; other examples of the type may differ, and the listing is supplementary evidence, not authentication.
- Maker named in listing
- Samuel Marti
Catalogue references
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