French Mantel Clock with Ormolu Mounts
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1890
This French mantel clock, dating to approximately 1890, features a case constructed from solid white marble, described by the source as potentially Carrara or statuary marble.
The architectural design incorporates a cylindrical, fluted column body set upon a stepped rectangular plinth base, embellished with gilt-brass ormolu mounts including floral decorations, beaded bezels, side handles, and classical-style bracket feet. The white enamel dial is accented with painted floral sprays and black Arabic numerals. The timekeeping mechanism is an 8-day striking movement that chimes on the hour and half-hour.
The clock measures 31cm in height, 20cm in width, and 13cm in depth. It retains its original case finish and is reported by the seller to be in working order following a recent service.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- circa 1890
- Type
- Mantel clock
- Material
- Solid white marble and ormolu
- Condition
- Working order
- Dimensions
- 31cm x 20cm x 13cm
- Place recorded
- France
- Striking mechanism
- Half hour and hour
Design
- Visible features
- • Enamel dial with floral decorations and black Arabic numerals • Ormolu floral mount positioned above the dial • Fluted column case design • Beaded molding around the base of the central column
- Case Construction
- The clock is housed in a heavy, substantial case carved from solid white marble, featuring a clean, uniform stone surface. The silhouette consists of an architectural, fluted column body resting on a stepped plinth base, supported by small, classical bracket feet. Ornate gilt-brass ormolu mounts provide decorative contrast to the marble. These elements include finely chased side handles, a decorative floral mount situated above the dial, and beaded bezels. A carved marble and metal finial surmounts the top of the casing.
- Dial and Timekeeping
- The white enamel dial features black Arabic numerals for the hours. The dial is decorated with subtle floral sprays painted directly onto the enamel surface. The movement is an 8-day striking type, capable of ringing on the hour and the half-hour. The seller reports that the movement has been recently serviced and is currently in working order.
- Attribution and Provenance
- The clock is identified by the source as a French mantel clock produced circa 1890. It is catalogued under the reference number Jn66. No specific manufacturer's mark is provided in the source material, and the internal movement details are not identified beyond its function as an 8-day striking mechanism.
Identification
- SKU
- Jn66
- Reference
- Jn66
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The exact type of white marble is not verified
- Research required: The movement's manufacturer is not identified