Musical Cherub Figural Ormolu Mantel Clock
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1860
This mantel clock is housed in an ormolu bronze case featuring three cherub figures. The piece is attributed to French origin, dating to approximately 1860. The timekeeping is managed by an 8-day duration movement that includes a bell-striking mechanism.
The dial is equipped with steel hands. The clock stands on ornamental feet and is surmounted by a decorative finial. The object includes a pendulum and winding key as functional accessories. The provided source notes that the movement has undergone recent servicing and is currently in working order. The decorative ormolu finish is identified by the source as the original finish to the bronze case.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Mantel clock
- Condition
- Serviced
- Dimensions
- 49cm high by 35cm wide & 20cm deep
- Case material
- Ormolu bronze
- Dial features
- Hand-painted Sevres panels
- Place recorded
- France
- Movement duration
- 8-day
- Striking mechanism
- Bell strike
Design
- Case and Dial
- The case is finished in its original patina, with detailed bronze work throughout. The dial itself has a white ground with black Roman numerals, complimented by blued steel hands. The movement is protected by a rear circular glazed access door, which allows for visual inspection of the bell-striking mechanism located behind the movement plate. The overall structure is supported by decorative feet, elevating the base which holds the lateral porcelain inserts.
- Visible features
- • Three cherub figures ornament the case • Hand-painted floral porcelain panels • Bell-striking movement visible from the rear • Ormolu bronze case with flame-style finial
- Movement and Striking
- The timepiece is powered by an 8-day French-made movement designed for reliability. The movement is configured for bell striking, providing an audible time signal. The movement plate is visible through the rear aperture, which features a protective glass cover. The auction description reports that the movement has been recently serviced and is currently operational. The source notes the ticking sound of the movement as part of its operational character.
- Condition and Attribution
- The item is dated to approximately 1860, attributed to French manufacture. The surface of the ormolu shows the original finish, with light signs of wear consistent with age, as documented in the provided images. The auction description reports the clock is in working order following its recent service. Prospective review of the provided photographic documentation is encouraged to assess the state of the bronze patina and the condition of the painted porcelain panels, which are highlighted by the source as being in very good condition for the age of the piece.
Identification
- SKU
- JN126
- Serial number
- JN126
- 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: Porcelain panels are described as 'Sevres' style but source does not confirm factory origin
- Research required: Exact maker is not identified in the source