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antique clocks: mantel clocks
Mantel clocks (or 'Shelf clocks') are relatively small house clocks traditionally placed on the shelf, or mantel, above the fireplace. The form, first developed in France in the 1750s, can be distinguished from earlier chamber clocks of similar size due to a lack of carrying handles. These clocks are often highly ornate, decorative works. They are most frequently constructed from any combination of ormolu, porcelain, and wood. One of the most common and valued types of mantel clocks are the French Empire-style timepieces.
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Exceptional Original Boulle Style and Gilded French Portico Clock.
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
Exceptional Original Boulle Style and Gilded French Portico Clock. All over still with the original gilded mounts, the inlay in the Boulle style with brass and coloured lacquer work. With the original dial and hands.The...
£775.00
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SAMUEL MARTI CLOCK
bore park antiques, nuneaton, united kingdom
One of the best French makers of the 19th century, this clocks in excellent condition the glass panels are bevelled all accept for one panel having blemish to top right corner gladly being in back...
£1,500.00
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Beautiful And Rare French Pendule/Mantel Clock With Thermometer Circa 1870.
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
Beautiful And Rare French Pendule/Mantel Clock With Thermometer Circa 1870. The wooden case veneered with one of the first type of simulated tortoiseshell and ivory celluloid, it is not possible to see the difference between...
£4,250.00
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Interesting French Charles X Very Fine Original Gilded Portico Clock Circa 1830.
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
Interesting French Charles X Very Fine Original Gilded Portico Clock Circa 1830. Signed: Verdière Rue Dauphine No 15 à Paris. Verdière was working in rue Dauphine from 1820 till 1840. Still with the very interesting...
£1,450.00
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Good & large skeleton clock
frank craig antiques, torquay, united kingdom
A fine skeleton clock contained in a mahogany case. The fusee movement of 8-day duration, striking a cast bell on the hour. This is a most attractive lock with a very stylish fretted and scrolling...
£1,500.00
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A Very Stylish Typical Art Deco Amsterdam School Oak and Macassar Ebony/Coromandel Mantel Clock.
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
A Very Stylish Typical Art Deco Amsterdam School Oak and Macassar Ebony/Coromandel Mantel Clock. The fully cleaned and serviced original 8 days movement In fully working order, with original hand painted numbers and original chrome...
£390.00
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Restoration Period Bronze Clock Representing Eros And Psyche
sia antion, riga, latvia
Restoration period gilt bronze mantel clock, with representation of Eros removing Psyche under clouds surmounting a globe next to two heads of young zephyrs. Rectangular base with garland of flowers, foliage and palm leaves. Original mechanism in working order, period gilding and very beautiful carving. Width: 26cm, Height: 51cm, Depth: 10cm, Weight: 5.2kg, Condition: Very good, Material: Gilded bronze, ID: 8794
£3,560.41
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Mantel clock.
sia antion, riga, latvia
Gilded mantel clock Venus and Cupid. They represent an Empire pedestal with the figures of Venus and Cupid mounted on it. They both worship and nurture the fire of love that grows from the cube of the clock. The mechanism is designed to ensure that lovers usually do not notice.H - 45cm. Width: 35cm, Height: 45cm, Depth: 11cm, Weight: 3kg, Condition: Good, Material: Brass, ID: 3811
£1,458.56
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Mantel clock Allegories of Painting of gilded bronze 1920
sia antion, riga, latvia
Mantel clock Allegories of Painting of gilded bronze with paired candlesticks and porcelain panels. A rocking masterpiece playing on the theme of arts, love, playfulness and nature. The figure of the painting Cupid cleverly combines sculptural plasticity and a picturesque ladys head in a medallion. Candlestick putti humanizes the theme of the natural nature of germination and life, enclosed in the whimsical willfulness of the shoots of lamps.Dimensions: clock H 27, W 23.5, D 13 cm, candlesticks (each) H 29, W 24, D 14 cm Width: 24cm, Height: 29cm, Depth: 100cm, Weight: 7kg, Condition: Good, with traces of use, Material: Hand Painted, ID: 3694
£1,517.58
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Unique mantel clock, made of glass and bronze. Royal Russia. Early 19th century.
sia antion, riga, latvia
A unique mantel clock made of glass and bronze made during the period of Nicholas I (1825-1855) in the style of the late Empire. The solar theme of the luminary rising from the waters is associated with the nature of abundance in the ornament of the dial and the dominant flowerpot on conical glass. The general leitmotif of the mobility of waves and time , permeates the work and is noticeable in the rhythm of the glass and the dial pattern. In the center of the composition, He and She are Helios’ assistants. Alpha and Omega of the universe. They rise from the waves and hold the luminary, affirming love, life, fertility. This is the connecting thread of times. The clock is made of gilded and polished bronze and cobalt glass, presumably made at the Imperial Glass Factory in St. Petersburg, with bronze bases of floral designs. The upper part of the clock is made in the shape of a vase and is decorated with gilded bronze floral decoration. The dial is marked with Roman numerals, decorated with a decor in the form of sun rays rotated in an hour circle. Literature: Sychev Igor. Russian lamps from the era of classicism. 1760-1830. M. P.V.B.R. 2003, illustration 116, 189,279, 305, 635, 795, 844, 845, 866 and 868. Width: 30cm, Height: 43cm, Depth: 20cm, Weight: 10kg, Condition: Good, with traces of use, Material: Glass, ID: 3512
£5,480.15
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Mantel clock in Louis XV style
sia antion, riga, latvia
Mantel clock in gilded bronze in Louis XV style, richly decorated with decorative elements with figures of playing Putti. Full of playful charm and lovely carelessness, the stylized tree trunk is complemented by crown and rocaille waves. Decorated with vine garlands and a whirlwind of root currencies and base vignettes, the plot revolves around carefree Putti playing with a kid that represents Bacchus. The clock keeps track of the time of happiness, instilling seriousness and sustainability in joy with this large trunk of the tree of life.Manufactory stamp: Guiche Palais Royal 147.The watch is in working condition, a complete revision of the mechanism has been carried out. Width: 39cm, Height: 52cm, Depth: 20cm, Weight: 10kg, Condition: Good, Material: Gold-plated metal, ID: 3211
£2,360.68
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Fireplace clock set
sia antion, riga, latvia
Superb Empire style fireplace set, made in the 19th century from gilded bronze and cut glass. The set items are richly decorated with decoration depicting military heraldry in the form of a cannon, a saber and the Order of St. Stanislaus under the feet of an eagle. The handles of the flowerpots are made in the form of figures of swans with the bases decorated with images of sitting sphinxes. Dimensions: clock H - 49 cm, Vases H - 33 cm. Width: 20cm, Height: 49cm, Depth: 80cm, Weight: 10kg, Condition: Good, Material: Bronze, glass, ID: 2193
£3,793.95
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Mantel clock Cavalryman
sia antion, riga, latvia
An impressive mantel clock with a mounted hussar above the dial. Fine metal work and coordinated coloring represent a mounted hussar in an attack in the mountains. Snatching a saber on a rearing horse, he climbs onto a rock. The Hungarian horsemans headdress perhaps indicates and romanticizes the Hungarian revolutionary events of 1848-1849. Despite the static frontality of the ceremonial portrait the composition is organized asymmetrically. The subtle texture of the silvered pendulum and the matching patina of the horse set off the overall sound of gold. Its large ligature of the Renaissance pattern is a sign of the time of Louis Philippe - the end of romanticism. H-44cm. A complete revision of the mechanism was carried out. Width: 30.5cm, Height: 44cm, Depth: 11cm, Weight: 5kg, Condition: Signs of wear commensurate with age, Material: Gold metal, ID: 1552
£2,360.68
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Gilded bronze fireplace clock in the style of Louis XVI. France 19th century
sia antion, riga, latvia
Gilded bronze fireplace clock, decorated with rich rocaille ornament, embodies the elegance and playfulness of the Rococo era. The carved body is richly decorated with floral motifs and ornate patterns, emphasizing the refined aesthetics of the composition. The central figure of the composition is a putti depicted as Dionysus, the ancient god of wine and celebration. He sits with flutes in his hands, as if seeing off the completed feast with his song. In the background are elements of plant ornament, emphasizing the movement and dynamics of the form, as well as allusions to nature and a bohemian atmosphere. The broken baton symbolizes the end of a wild celebration and a moment of melancholy, which emphasizes the philosophical dimension of the master`s work. The watch has a round dial with Roman numerals, framed by a decorative bronze crown. Excellent striking with a refined sound. The mechanism has been completely revised. Hallmarks: Letter V, numbers 710. Dimensions: Height: 32 cm. Width: 42 cm. Width: 42cm, Height: 32cm, Depth: 17cm, Weight: 7kg, Condition: Good, Material: Gilded bronze, ID: 1537
£1,011.72
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Fireplace clock in Boulle style
sia antion, riga, latvia
Fireplace clock in Boulle style, decorated with elements of art and bronze and inlaid with brass. On the mechanism stamp of FHS producer, Germany. Width: 32cm, Height: 57cm, Depth: 14cm, Weight: 5kg, Condition: Very good, Material: Brass, ID: 964
£548.01
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Art nouveau Rare Germany, Furtwangen/Black Forest Mahogany Mantel Clock Circa 1895.
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
Art nouveau Rare Germany, Furtwangen/Black Forest Mahogany Mantel Clock Circa 1895. It is very rare to find a clock from this period still with the original four bended window corner pieces and with three original...
£1,950.00
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Art Nouveau/Deco Gustav Serrurier-Bovy (1858-1910) A Rare Oak And Brass Clock Garniture, Circa 19...
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
Art Nouveau/Deco Gustav Serrurier-Bovy (1858-1910) A Rare Oak And Brass Clock Garniture, Circa 1900-10. Gustav Serrurier-Bovy was the designer of this clock garniture and the set was made by atelier Vokaer in Brussels It is...
£1,450.00
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French Boulle 8-day mantle clock, circa 1880
frank craig antiques, torquay, united kingdom
A most decorative Boulle mantle clock of small proportions. The 8-day movement striking the hours and half hours on blued steel gong, giving a most pleasant chime. For further clocks of interest please visit our...
£750.00
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A good & large Boulle clock, circa 1870
frank craig antiques, torquay, united kingdom
A large Boulle clock in excellent condition by the renowned maker, VINCENTI. The eight day movement strikes the full hours and half hour on a blue steel gong, giving a good clear chime. The movement...
£1,200.00
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An early 19th century porcelain French mantle clock, circa 1840
frank craig antiques, torquay, united kingdom
A rare and most unusual eight day striking mantle clock, the porcelain case festooned with floral decoration and marked JP for the renowned maker Jacob Pettit. (1569)
£850.00
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FRENCH PORTICO CLOCK
bore park antiques, nuneaton, united kingdom
Quality clock of the 19th century, clocks in perfect working order movement being mechanical and has an eight day duration when fully wound, striking on the bell the half’s and hours, standing 51 cm high...
£495.00
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Interesting Small Very Elegant French Louis Quinze Pendule / Mantel Clock, Circa 1750
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
Interesting Small Very Elegant French Louis Quinze Pendule / Mantel Clock, Circa 1750 The original enamel dial is signed Romilly A Paris = Jean Romilly born in Genéve 1714 he died in Paris 1796. He...
£7,500.00
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St. Germain Very Elegant and Important French Louis Quinze Pendule / Mantel Clock, Circa 1750
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
St. Germain Very Elegant and Important French Louis Quinze Pendule / Mantel Clock, Circa 1750 The gilded bronze case signed St. Germain = Joseph de Saint Germain master in 1746. The original dial and movement...
£57,500.00
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Clock garniture with 3 glass domes, circa 1875
frank craig antiques, torquay, united kingdom
A most impressive decorative Clock garniture, the eight day movement striking the full hour and half hour on a cast bell. The porcelain plaques are in outstanding condition having been protected by glass domes for...
£950.00
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French mantle clock, circa 1875
frank craig antiques, torquay, united kingdom
A most decorative French mantle clock on 8 day duration, striking the full hours and a half hour on a cast bell, made by the renowned maker Japy Freres. This clock comes with a glass...
£650.00
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