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What is an ormolu clock?
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An ormolu clock is a timepiece surrounded by gilding, metal covered with a thin layer of gold. The clocks are usually very ornate and designed for display on a mantel or table. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of ormolu clocks.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Louis XV ormolu clock by Gille l'Ainé
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Beautiful little antique clock in the Louis XV style made by the clockmaker Gille l'Ainé in the
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Mantel Clocks
Materials
Bronze
French Louis XV Ormolu Clock of Hannibal and Scipio Signed Amant
Located in London, GB
Are antique French Louis XV ormolu mantel clock of Hannibal and Scipio signed Amant. This rare and
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Antique 1770s French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
French 19th Century Louis XV St. Ormolu Clock
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional and very high quality French 19th century Louis XV st. ormolu clock. The clock is
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Mantel Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
Very Large French Louis XV Style Ormolu Mantel Clock
Located in London, GB
Very large French Louis XV style ormolu mantel clock
French, circa 1880
Measures: Height 98cm
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Mantel Clocks
Materials
Ormolu, Bronze
French Louis XV Style Ormolu Grandfather Clock
By Jean-Henri Riesener
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine 19th century french Louis XV style ormolu-mounted mahogany grandfather clock, having
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
French 19th century Louis XVI/XV st. Ormolu cartel clock
By F. Barbedienne Foundry, F. E. Becker & Co
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most important and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI/XV st. Ormolu cartel clock, signed
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Wall Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
