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Click here to subscribeA Louis XVI style, 'Pendule d' Officer' brass cased mantel clock, C.1900, with single loop handle over a square case, relief cast with geometric foliage around a white enamel dial, enclosing a French two train movement with hammer striking on a single bell. 19cm high.Condition Report: The case is in good order. There is no key but the clock ticks when wound, though we cannot guarantee its workings.
AN UNUSUAL FRENCH GILT BRASS STRIKING CALENDAR SKELELTONISED MANTEL CLOCK WITH DUPLEX ESCAPEMENT AND ALARMBy Grignon Meusnier, Paris, No. 117, Circa 1855The drum-shaped case with a shaped carrying handle, above 3 3/4in white enamel chapter ring, signed, with visible front plate and escapement, blued steel Breguet moon hands, with three subsidiary dials below for day, date and month, the twin train movement stamped by the maker to the backplate, with countwheel strike on a bell18.5cm high overallCONDITION REPORTThe clock is ticking and strikes.
A FRENCH ORMOLU MANTEL CLOCKIn the Louis XV style, circa 1860The case of shaped outline with foliate scroll cresting, the 5 1/2in ormolu dial with twelve enamel numerals, the twin train drum-shaped movement stamped with the Raingo Freres cachet, countwheel strike on a bell and silk suspension, raised on a burgundy velvet-topped giltwood plinthThe clock 44cm high; 50cm high overallCONDITION REPORTWith its steel key. The clock is in good condition. The movement has been recently cleaned and is running.
A LOUIS-PHILIPPE ROSEWOOD AND MARQUETRY-INLAID MANTEL CLOCKBy Henry Marc, Paris, Circa 1845The rectangular case with a gilt cast carrying handle, above a glass panel, the front and sides inlaid with a foliate design, on a plinth base, with 3 1/4in circular white enamel dial (restored), signed and with pierced blued steel hands, the drum-shaped movement signed no. 16741, with silk suspension and countwheel strike on a bell, with lift-out rear door21cm high (handle down)CONDITION REPORTWith a pendulum and key. As stated, the dial has been restored. The movement is capable of functioning but requires a service.
A REGENCY ORMOLU AND BRONZE-MOUNTED WHITE MARBLE MANTEL TIMEPIECEBy VB, 25 Grafton Street, Soho, circa 1825, after a design by François RémondThe drum-shaped case surmounted by an outstretched eagle, above the skeltonised dial, with blued steel Breguet moon hands, with an ormolu-cast chapter ring and outer lappet cast bezel, flanked to each side by a seated maiden holding and reading a book, the lefthand book engraved VB / Fecit No. 25 / Grafton Street / SOHO, the drum-shaped chain fusée movement with anchor escapement29cm highThe prototype design for this clock is after a drawing by François Rémond, Paris, circa 1785, see Hans Ottomeyer and Peter Pröschel, Vergoldete Bronzen, Munchen 1986, p.295.CONDITION REPORTIn unrestored original condition. No pendulum or key.
AN EMPIRE ORMOLU MANTEL CLOCKBy Vauchar, Paris, circa 1815Modelled with two students reading, seated each on a stool, a rectangular ‘bookcase’ behind containing the clock, with 3 3/4in white enamel dial signed Vauchar Elve de Breguet, A PARIS, with blued steel Breguet moon hands, the drum-shaped twin train movement with silk suspension and countwheel strike on a bell, on an oval base, hung with foliate festoons, above a stepped base on turned feet44cm highCONDITION REPORTWith its pendulum. The case is in good condition, though it would benefit from a clean as it has engrained dust on the surfaces and some discolouration to the surface. The movement appears clean and should function subject to a service.
A LATE LOUIS XVI ORMOLU, PORCELAIN-MOUNTED MARBLE MANTEL CLOCKCirca 1790Surmounted by an urn with berried fruit garlands, above the drum-shaped movement, supported on a pair of rectangular-shaped architectural uprights, each with a lyre surmount with laurel garlands, the scrolled base with ormolu-framed circular Wedgwood-style porcelain roundels of mythological figures, and with a pierced ormolu apron cast with vine, centred with a circular porcelain medallion in the Wedgwood style raised with a mythological figure of a warrior, on a pair of shaped black marble plinths, the shaped base with beaded edge and pierced inset foliate panels, the circular 5in white enamel convex dial with Arabic numerals and pierced gilt latten hands, the twin train movement with countwheel strike on a bell54cm high; 39cm wide; 10cm deepCONDITION REPORTWith pendulum and key.The clock is in very good condition and is in working order having recently been cleaned.
A FRENCH GILT METAL AND SÈVRES-STYLE PORCELAIN-MOUNTED MANTEL CLOCKBy LeRoy & Fils, Palais Royal, Galerie Montpellier 13-15, Paris and 296 Regent Street, London, Circa 1870Modelled with two cherubs, one holding a staff, the other seated on a rock with a fishing net and a basket of fish at his feet, on a naturalistic base, the lower part centred by the clock with a convex glass and bead-moulded bezel, signed white enamel dial with blue chapters, flanked to each side by an inset porcelain panel above a break-front stepped plinth, with three further panels and flanked to each side with a scroll, on bun feet, the drum-shaped movement signed and numbered 6133, with countwheel strike on a bell46cm highCONDITION REPORTNo key or pendulum. In unrestored condition. The case has been painted. The porcelain panels are not damaged. The glass on the back door is broken. The movement requires a service.
A FRENCH GILTMETAL-MOUNTED BOULLE MANTEL CLOCKIn the Louis XV style, circa 1880The waisted case surmounted by an urn, on scrolled feet, with convex glazed case, with 3in circular white enamel dial with blue-painted chapters, gilt pierced hands, the drum-shaped movement with countwheel strike on a bell31cm highCONDITION REPORTSome lifting to brass work around the base area. Overall craquleur to the tortoiseshell surface. Hairline cracks to the V on the dial. The movement is capable of running and will require a service.
A FRENCH ORMOLU-MOUNTED STAINED TORTOISESHELL AND BOULLE-WORK MANTEL CLOCKIn the Louis XIV style, by Deniere, Paris, circa 1890The domed pediment with an urn surmount on tripod base, above foliate swags suspended from rams’ masks, the 6 1/2in ormolu and enamel dial with blued steel hands and convex glass, between projecting handles, the bases with winged caryatids, with glazed panels, on scrolled feet and shaped stepped base, with foliate cast feet, the square shaped movement, stamped by the maker, striking the hour and half on a bell and with sunburst pendulum bob89cm highCONDITION REPORTWith pendulum and key. The case has been restored fairly recently. The gilding is clean. Some stabilisation to the tortoiseshell veneers in places. There is no lifting to the cut brass inlays.
A REGENCY BRASS-INLAID MAHOGANY STRIKING MANTEL CLOCKDetailed Brooks, Lynn, Circa 1815The arched case with a brass bezel and convex glass, above an indented moulded band and brass line geometric inlay, the sides each with an arched brass fish-scale grille panel, the 7in circular dial, detailed Brooks, Lynn, with pierced blued steel hands and strike/silent at XII o’clock, glazed rear door, with twin train wire gut fusée movement, engraved backplate, striking on a bell (lacking its pendulum)41cm highCONDITION REPORTAs stated there is no pendulum. The clock has been restored recently, the case repolished and waxed. The righthand grille needs re-fixing. The rear of the front panel has been reinforced to prevent cracking. The movement appears to have been cleaned. It strikes and ticks.
A GILTMETAL-MOUNTED BOULLE-WORK INLAID MANTEL CLOCKIn the Louis XV style, circa 1900The shaped case with cast foliate mounts, with convex glass and cast brass 4in dial with twelve enamel numerals, the drum-shaped movement striking the hour and half on a coiled steel gong41cm highCONDITION REPORTWith its key and pendulum. The clock is in overall good condition. There is some slight lifting in places to the brass work, mainly to the upper part. The movement is capable of functioning and will require a service.
A FRENCH ORMOLU, MARBLE AND BRONZE COMPOSITE GARNITUREIn the Louis XVI style, Late 19th CenturyComprising a mantel clock and a pair of Bacchic cherubs, the clock with drum-shaped case surmounted by an oval urn, with 3in white enamel dial and pierced gilt hands, the movement with countwheel strike on a bell, on a stepped base and four leaf-cast feet; with a pair of twin-light cherub candelabra, each shown supporting the arms, with beaded sconce above swag cup and stiff-leaf platform below, on a foliate cast stepped baseThe clock 24cm high The candelabra 19.5cm highCONDITION REPORTWith pendulum and key. Overall in good condition. The movement may require a service.
AN EMPIRE ORMOLU AND BRONZE MANTEL CLOCKBy Royer Fils, Paris, circa 1815Modelled with a standing figure of Virgil in classical robes, supporting a panel engraved Les Georgiques / L’eneide, beside a laurel wreath and scroll, the signed gilt engine-turned dial with Roman chapters and blued steel Breguet hands, with engine-turned centre, the movement with silk suspension and countwheel strike on a bell, on a plinth base with ribbon-tied laurel swag, on a stepped base and scrolled feet47cm highCONDITION REPORTWith pendulum and key.Overall the case is in good condition. Some slight wear to edges of gilding in places. The movement is very oily, but capable of running with a service.
A RARE EARLY VICTORIAN ASHFORD BLACK ‘MARBLE’ MANTEL TIMEPIECEBy Benjamin Lewis Vulliamy, London, No. 1658, Circa 1845The case of architectural form with an arched top, above a moulded cornice, the front with a foliate engraved glazed bezel , with 4in silvered engine-turned dial signed VULLIAMY LONDON with blued steel Breguet moon hands, with off-set hand setting and winding at the XII and VI o’clock, between canted angles, on a stepped base and block feet, the reverse with an ebonised panel door, the rectangular movement signed VULLIAMY LONDON 1658 with gut fusée movement and semi-deadbeat escapement, with steel rod and numbered heavy brass bob pendulum32.5cm highBenjamin Lewis Vulliamy (d. 1854). Clockmaker to George III and also The Prince Regent, later George IV. The case of this clock is made from Ashford Black Marble, a limestone quarried from mines near Ashford-in-the Water, Derbyshire. Another version of this clock, No. 1545, inlaid with pietra dura, was recently sold in the retail market.A new special exhibition has just opened at the The Clockmakers Museum, which is housed at the Science Museum, South Kensington, Benjamin Lewis Vulliamy: A Champion of British Craftsmanship, until 2 November 2025.https://www.clockmakers.org/vulliamyhttps://blog.sciencemuseum.org.uk/benjamin-lewis-vulliamy-a-champion-of-british-craftsmanship/COMPARATIVE LITERATUREAntiquarian Horology, Vol. 19, No. 6, December 1991, p.56, for Roger Smith's Vulliamy Clock Numbering A Dated Series.CONDITION REPORTWith its numbered pendulum and a key. The clock is in original condition, unrestored. The upper section of the front panel appears to have been repaired at some point. The repair lines are visible on the front at 2.30 and 9 o’clock just by the bezel. The two front corners of the cornice each have a slight chip as does the rear end of the right moulding (about 2cm long). Other slight chips on the lower part. The surface of the case which is a type of dark Derbyshire limestone has a bloom.
XII ROYAL LANCERS - A SILVER AND SILVER PLATE PRESENTATION MANTEL TIMEPIECE TO MAJOR HOWARD CLIFTON BROWNBy Goldsmiths Company, 112 Regent Street, London, Hallmarked 1902Designed with a silver plated equestrian figure of a XII Lancer, on a silver stepped base, above a rectangular silver-clad case, the front with a glazed 3in silvered dial, engraved ROYAL LANCER XII and signed by the makers, with gilt hands, within the motto HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE, within foliate spandrels and a berried laurel military trophy below, the chain fusée movement with platform lever escapement, the right side panel engraved with the donors and their rank, the left with Prince of Wales feathers and motto ICH DIEN on a ribbon, the silver-clad back door with lock, on an ebonised chamfered base, the front with a berried laurel silver escutcheon engraved PRESENTED TO / Major. H. Clifton Brown /XII ROYAL LANCERS / BY HIS BROTHER OFFICERS, / ON THE OCCASION OF HIS MARRIAGE 46cm highBrigadier-General Howard Clifton Brown (3 April 1868 - 11 September 1946 was a British army officer and Conservative party politician who served as an MP for Newbury. In 1903 he married Mary Eirene Hodges, daughter of Sir Henry Hodges.SALEROOM NOTICE30.12. Please note the equestrian figure is silver plate.CONDITION REPORT The clock is in good original condition. A small level of tarnishing overall to the silver. The clock is ticking and functions, it may benefit from a service. With a winding key and key for rear door.
AN ORMOLU RESTAURATION MANTEL CLOCKBy Shatillon Guyerdet A Paris, Circa 1830Modelled with a horse and a figure of Cupid, on a stepped plinth, above the 3 1/2in signed dial with engine-turned centre, blued steel Breguet moon hands, within a rosette and laurel-cast bezel and outer spandrels of vine, on a stepped base and bun feet, the drum-shaped movement with silk suspension and countwheel strike on a bell46cm highCONDITION REPORTWith pendulum and a key.The clock case is in good clean condition. The movement is ticking and capable of functioning, it may require a service.
A REGENCY BRASS-MOUNTED MAHOGANY AND BOXWOOD-INLAID LANCET MANTEL CLOCKBy William John Upjohn, London, Circa 1820The lancet-shaped case inset with a brass fret panel to the front and inlaid with boxwood lines and shaped panels, flanked by a slender three-quarter cluster column to each corner, with brass bezel and convex glass, the sides each with a brass lion-mask handle and arched grille panel, on stepped base and brass ball feet, the 8in circular white-painted signed dial with blued steel Breguet moon hands, strike/silent lever to the XII, the twin train gut fusée movement with arched plates, pendulum locking block, signed and engraved and with strike on a bell47.5cm highThis lot contains ivory and has been registered in accordance with the Ivory Act (section 10). Reference No. TQ5YD927.Prospective buyers should be aware that some countries have limitations on importing items made from endangered species, including materials such as coral, ivory, and tortoiseshell. Therefore, it is advisable for potential buyers to familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations before placing bids, particularly if they intend to import this lot into another country. CONDITION REPORTWith pendulum, two case keys and winding key. In working order. The dial refreshed and with some ‘streaking’ to the chapters. The top possibly re-veneered.
A LATE LOUIS XVI ORMOLU-MOUNTED MANTEL CLOCKBy Cronier A Paris, circa 1790Modelled as a pair of tapering columns, each with a turned finial and sconce, supporting a drum surmounted by a figure of a standing pagod, above the signed 3 1/2in circular white enamel dial with Roman chapters and pierced gilt hands, the drum-shaped movement with silk suspension and countwheel strike on a bell, on a D-shaped plinth with six turned chained baluster columns, on bun feet26.5 cm wide; 39cm highCONDITION REPORTThere is a sunburst pendulum and a steel key. In overall good condition. There is a small chip to the outer edge of the dial at the I o’clock, but not visible with the bezel closed. The staff which the pagod holds is likely replaced. The movement appears clean and is capable of functioning, subject to a service. The bell has been cracked and repaired.
AN EDWARDIAN MAHOGANY AND SATINWOOD MARQUETRY-INLAID MANTEL CLOCKCirca 1900The arched case of gently spreading form, inlaid to the front with a lyre and foliate scrolls, on plinth base, the 4 3/4in cream-enamel dial with blued steel hands, the drum-shaped movement striking the hour and half on a coiled steel gong30cm highCONDITION REPORTOverall in good original condition. There is a small nick to each side of the upper pediment and also to the centre of the arch at the back. The movement is capable of functioning, subject to a service. With a pendulum.
A FRENCH ROSEWOOD AND BRASS LINE-INLAID MANTEL CLOCKThe rectangular case with a plain top above canted angles, above a stepped base on block feet, with lift-out rear panel door, 4 1/4in silvered engine-turned dial with blued steel Breguet moon hands, with large drum-shaped movement (formerly silk suspension) with countwheel strike on a bell39cm highCONDITION REPORTWith pendulum and steel key. The case is in reasonable condition. Some line lifting and veneer loss on each side base panel. The sliding lock piece to the back door is replaced. The movement appears in good order and may require a service. The movement and dial may be replaced. The three brackets holding the movement to the case have been altered and there are three vacant holes visible from the reverse in the back of the case where these were once. There is also a spare hole inside each side of the case for ?
A FRENCH GILT METAL AND SÈVRES STYLE PORCELAIN-MOUNTED MANTEL CLOCKBy LeRoy & Fils, Gallerie Monpensier 13-15, A Paris and 296 Regent Street, London, No 5933, Circa 1880Modelled as a seated lady, her right arm resting on the drum-shaped case, the 3 1/2in circular convex enamelled dial with blue Roman chapters, above a naturalistic cast base, on spreading plinth inset with a pair of foliate decorated Sèvres-style rectangular panels, on shaped feet, the circular movement with countwheel strike on a bellThe clock 35cm high, on a salmon-pink velvet and gilt plinth, with an ebonised base and cracked glass shadeCONDITION REPORTWith pendulum and key. The clock case is in very good fresh, crisp condition. The movement appears well cared for and with a service should be functional. The glass dome is cracked.
A FRENCH GILTMETAL-MOUNTED LOUIS XV STYLE BOULLE MANTEL CLOCKCirca 1860Of shaped outline with glazed convex glass above the 5 1/4in brass dial with twelve enamel numerals, the drum-shaped movement by Japy Freres with countwheel strike on a bell and unusual pendulum beat adjustment mechanism 47cm highCONDITION REPORTWith pendulum. The case has some small losses to the boulle work. The metal mounts are dirty and discoloured. Each side has a framed rectangular gilt-painted panel which is very dry and has flaked. The movement appears in good order but may require a service.
A FRENCH ORMOLU AND PINK SÈVRES-STYLE PORCELAIN MANTEL CLOCKRetailed by Klaftenberger, 157 Regent Street, London, circa 1890Of oval shape, surmounted by an urn, with two berried finials, the front panel with 3 3/4in signed white enamel dial, blued steel Breguet moon hands, the drum-shaped movement with strike on a bell, on a leaf-cast stepped base on bun feet35cm highCONDITION REPORTWith pendulum and key.Overall in excellent condition. The movement appears clean and capable of functioning subject to a service.
A FRENCH GILT BRASS, CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL, PORCELAIN-MOUNTED AND PASTE-SET MANTEL CLOCKCirca 1900The case with an urn finial above a stepped pediment and four fruit-filled finials, above projecting angles each with a baluster column upright, the front and sides each decorated with polychrome cloisonné panels inset with an oval convex porcelain panel decorated with cherubs, the 4 1/4in enamel dial with paste-set bezel and convex glass, with twin train drum-shaped movement striking on a bell41cm highCONDITION REPORTWith pendulum. The clock is in good condition. There is no damage to the porcelain panels or the enamel dial. The lacquer to the brass case work is tarnished in areas, mainly to the upper elements. Some wear to gilding and engrained dirt. The movement appears clean and has oil in the sink holes, so should be capable of functioning, although not tested. It might benefit from a service.
AN EDWARDIAN MAHOGANY, SATINWOOD AND BOXWOOD-OUTLINED BALLOON MANTEL CLOCKCirca 1900The case inlaid to the front with a roundel, on plinth base and four ball feet, with 5in circular white enamel dial and blued steel spade hands, the drum-shaped movement by Samuel Marti, striking the hour and half on a blued steel gong30cm highCONDITION REPORTWith pendulum and key. The clock is in good original condition. There is an old filled scratch to the righthand side of the case at the back edge. The movement is clean and capable of functioning, subject to a service.
A FRENCH BOULLE MANTEL CLOCKCirca 1880Surmounted by a flower-filled urn, the case of waisted shape with 3 3/4in brass-cast dial and twelve enamel numerals, above a glass panel, on scrolled feet, the drum-shaped movement striking on a bell33cm highCONDITION REPORTWith pendulum and key.The boulle work has some lifting and loss. The V enamel numeral has been restored and is now discoloured. The movement is able to function and may require a service.
Late 19th century French Aesthetic period 'Chinoiserie' ceramic mantel clock, the 4-inch silvered Arabic chapter ring applied with gilt brass numerals, framing turquoise glazed centre, the two-train movement stamped 903B, the impressive case surmounted by a seated figure of a sage holding a scroll, over drum-head housing with bamboo, prunus blossom and fruiting bough decoration, moulded taotie or Dog of Fo masks to sides, the base modelled as a boat or 'junk' with two seated figures, to the prow and stern respectively, one playing a stringed instrument, raised on waves and an integral Chinese style oval 'stand' base, 41cm high (lacking bell, pendulum and winder)A similar example by Richard & Cie sold Lay's of Penzance, 30th March 2017, lot 2915. See also a 'Pendule a la jonque' by Jules Veillard of Bordeaux, Paris Oise Encheres, 18th March 2018, lot 144.
A French gilt bronze mantel clock, by Charles Frodsham. Late 19th century, the circular white dial with enamelled floral swags, address 115 New Bond Street, London, and numbered 20425, the case with cast decoration, the movement, number 55640, striking on a gong, height 24.5cm.The movement was fully wound and when the pendulum was set moving, it has worked for at least half an hour. We can't be sure how accurate the time keeping is and would recommend a service or being looked at by a specialist. There are a few enamel chips around the winding holes.Additional photos have been added to show the gilding loss.
A French gilt-bronze and Sevres-style porcelain mantel clock, late 19th century, surmounted with a twin-handled urn finial above cornucopia, on a breakfront base with four toupie feet, the circular porcelain dial with Roman numerals above porcelain plaque painted with a young child releasing a bird in front of a seated lady, the twin train eight day movement striking on a bell on the hour and half hour, the backplate stamped R & G PARIS & LONDON 323 and with indistinct stamp for Japy Frères et Cie, with pendulum and associated winder, 39.5cm high, 24cm wide, 10cm deepPlease note that Roseberys do not guarantee the working order or time keeping of any timepiece.
A French marble figural mantel clock, first half 19th century, with a Classical lady in mourning stood in flowing robes leaning against an urn, on a stepped grey marble base, the circular white enamel dial with black Arabic hour numerals and red date numerals, marked A PARIS, the twin train movement with outside countwheel striking a bell on the hour and half hour, with silk suspension, 66.5cm highPlease note that Roseberys do not guarantee the working order or time keeping of any timepiece.
A French gilt and patinated bronze mounted marble figural mantel clock, of Empire style, after a model by Claude Galle, late 19th century, with Eros standing with his lyre next to the milestone-shaped case mounted with stiff-leaf border and winged Classical female figure holding her arms aloft, on stepped rectangular plinth base with foliate mounts on winged lion paw feet, the white enamel dial with Roman and Arabic numerals, indistinctly signed to dial, the twin train movement with outside countwheel striking on a bell, the backplate with cachet stamped HORS CONCOURE BESANCOR 1893 LS. BONAME (DOUBS) SELONCOURT, and numbered 8055 9 2, with pendulum, 61cm high, 42cm wide, 21cm deepPlease note that Roseberys do not guarantee the working order or time keeping of any timepiece.
A French ormolu mantel clock, of Empire style, first half 19th century, the case with a Classical lady gesturing towards Cupid sat within a rose beside a flaming brazier atop a column, with elaborate wreath and floral spray mounts, on a plinth base with later feet, the silvered Roman chapter ring within an applied rose bezel, the engine turned gilt dial centre signed DUBAND A BEAUNE, the twin train movement with outside countwheel striking a bell, with silk suspension, with associated winder, lacking pendulum, 39.5cm high, 31cm wide, 12.5cm deepPlease note that Roseberys do not guarantee the working order or time keeping of any timepiece.
A French gilt-bronze mantel clock, late 19th century, with foliate finial above pierced top with scrolling foliage and mask, above twin handles, on scrolling foliate base, the dial white enamel plaques with Roman numerals, the twin train movement striking on a bell the backplate numbered 719 48, with pendulum, 42cm high, 22cm wide, 19.5cm deep Please note that Roseberys do not guarantee the working order or time keeping of any timepiece. Condition Report: Case - With surface scratches, knocks to edges, and minor tarnishing. Minor scratching to glass. Dial - Minor scratching to enamel.Movement - Scratching and tarnishing to backplate and bell. No key. Movement currently seized.
A French gilt-bronze mounted marble mantel clock, of Louis XVI style, early 20th century, the case surmounted with a seated child holding a branch above trophies including musical instruments and a plumed helmet on a breakfront marble base with foliate mounts on five toupie feet, the white enamel dial with Roman and Arabic numerals, bearing marks Gavelle Le Jne AParis, the twin train movement striking on a bell, the backplate with indistinct marks, with pendulum, 27cm high, 19cm wide, 10cm deep Please note that Roseberys do not guarantee the working order or time keeping of any timepiece. Condition Report: Case - with some rubbing to gilt and general surface scratches to bronze. Minor chips and nibbles to edges and corners of marble base. The hinge of the reverse door is loose but attached. Tarnishing to reverse door. The tip of the branch held by the boy to surmount is missing. There are minor nibbles to edges of glass panel below the dial. Dial - Possibly associated, the winding holes are slightly out of alignment and there are nibbles to edges. Minor surface scratches, particularly around winding holes. Minor spot between 1 and 2. Minor rubbing to numerals. Movement - Some tarnishing and scratches to backplate. The two cachets have been erased so marks are no longer legible. Tarnishing to bell. The rod of the hammer is slightly bent so will not strike the bell properly.
A French bronze figural mantel clock, the figure and base associated, third quarter 19th century, surmounted with a Classical maiden holding two doves, on a stepped square rouge griotte marble base mounted with a bow and sheath of arrows motif above beaded border with scrolling foliate mounts, on acanthus leaf feet, the circular black marble dial with Roman numerals, the twin train movement striking a bell, the backplate with indistinct cachet for Japy Freres and stamped E.D and numbered 308, with associated winder, 64cm highPlease note that Roseberys do not guarantee the working order or time keeping of any timepiece offered for sale.
Bedeutende französische Kaminuhr "Jason mit dem Goldenen Vlies"Höhe: 63 cm. Breite: 40 cm.Tiefe: 20 cm.Nach Entwurf von Pierre-Victor Ledure (1783 - 1870).Bronze, bruniert und feuervergoldet, auf Marmorsockel. Der figürliche Aufbau überwiegt in der Gesamtansicht gegenüber der eingebauten Uhr, sodass hier eher von einem hochrangigen plastischen Bildwerk gesprochen werden muss, in das eine Uhr eingefügt ist. Dargestellt ist ein Thema der griechischen Mythologie. Jason will seinen Platz auf dem Thron einnehmen, muss jedoch zuerst das Goldene Vlies - eine gelbes Widderfell - aus dem von einem Drachen bewachten Hain holen. Der Entwerfer Pierre-Victor Ledure lernte bei dem berühmten Bronzier André-Antoine Ravrio (1759-1814). Beispiele seiner Arbeiten befinden sich in bedeutenden Sammlungen, wie etwa im Museo de Reloges in Jerez de la Frontera, im Königspalast Madrid, im Royal Pavilion in Brighton oder in der britischen Botschaft in Paris. Figur, Drache und Uhr vergoldet, auf grünem Marmorsockel. Auf dem Ziffernblatt mit römischen Stunden ein Relief: „Jason und Medea”. 14-Tagewerk, Pendel an Fadenaufhängung, Schlossscheibenschlagwerk für Halb- und Stundenschlag auf Glocke. Anmerkung:Ein vergeichbares Modell im Musée de la Malmaison, Gemächer Josephine de Beauharnais (Inv. MMM40-47-470), - sowie: Palacio Real, Madrid, ehem. Appartement König Joseph Bonaparte. Literatur:Vgl. Hans Ottomeyer und Peter Pröschel, Vergoldete Bronzen. Die Bronzearbeiten des Spätbarocks und Klassizismus, München 1986. Vgl. S. 351, Abb. S. 5.7.6. Vgl. Elke Niehüser, Die Französische Bronzeuhr, München 1997, Typ vgl. S. 64, Abb. 1. (1421784) (1)Important french mantel clock ‘Jason with the golden fleece’Height: 63 cm. Width: 40 cm.Depth: 20 cm.After a design by Pierre-Victor Ledure (1783-1870).
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