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French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Marble and Ormolu Clock
French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Marble and Ormolu Clock

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Marble and Ormolu Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A spectacular French 19th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara marble and ormolu clock, signed

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Ormolu

Sevres Porcelain and Ormolu Antique French Clock  by Miroy Frères
Sevres Porcelain and Ormolu Antique French Clock  by Miroy Frères

Sevres Porcelain and Ormolu Antique French Clock by Miroy Frères

By Vincenti et Cie, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Miroy Frères

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A superb early antique French ormolu and Sèvres style porcelain clock. It is made of exquisite

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

18th Century French Directoire Ormolu and Enamel Clock by Deverberie
18th Century French Directoire Ormolu and Enamel Clock by Deverberie

18th Century French Directoire Ormolu and Enamel Clock by Deverberie

By Jean-Simon Deverberie

Located in Essex, MA

Period French marble and ormolu mantel clock with sunburst or sun king motif original works

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Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Large Antique French Louis XV Ormolu Rococo Cartel Wall Clock
Large Antique French Louis XV Ormolu Rococo Cartel Wall Clock

Large Antique French Louis XV Ormolu Rococo Cartel Wall Clock

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A large and stunning original antique French Cartel Wall clock in finely gilded bronze, dating from

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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Wall Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

French Empire Bisque Porcelain and Ormolu Mantel Clock
French Empire Bisque Porcelain and Ormolu Mantel Clock

French Empire Bisque Porcelain and Ormolu Mantel Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

French Empire Ormolu and Bisque Porcelain Mantel Clock French Empire ormolu mounted Bisque

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Antique 1780s French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Porcelain

Antique French Louis XV Boulle Marquetry Ormolu Wall Clock Barometer
Antique French Louis XV Boulle Marquetry Ormolu Wall Clock Barometer

Antique French Louis XV Boulle Marquetry Ormolu Wall Clock Barometer

Located in London, GB

Antique French Louis XV Boulle Marquetry Ormolu Wall Clock Barometer French, Mid-18th Century

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass, Ormolu

A French Empire Ormolu Bronze Mantle Clock after Percier et Fontaine
A French Empire Ormolu Bronze Mantle Clock after Percier et Fontaine

A French Empire Ormolu Bronze Mantle Clock after Percier et Fontaine

Located in Long Island City, NY

A French Empire Ormolu Bronze Mantle Clock after Percier et Fontaine, 19th Century. In the

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Antique 19th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French White Marble and Ormolu Figural Mantel Clock
French White Marble and Ormolu Figural Mantel Clock

French White Marble and Ormolu Figural Mantel Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

French White Marble and Ormolu Mantel Clock Housed in a white marble figural case depicting a wall

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Antique 1870s French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble

French Ormolu and Porcelain Mantel Clock by Wilson & Gander, London
French Ormolu and Porcelain Mantel Clock by Wilson & Gander, London

French Ormolu and Porcelain Mantel Clock by Wilson & Gander, London

By Wilson & Gandar

Located in Norwich, GB

French gilded ormolu mantel clock with blue hand painted floral porcelain panels (the panels all

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Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century French Ormolu and White Marble Winged Cherub Clock
19th Century French Ormolu and White Marble Winged Cherub Clock

19th Century French Ormolu and White Marble Winged Cherub Clock

Located in New York, NY

Exquisite Quality French Ormolu and White Marble Winged Cherub Clock. Date: 19th century Origin

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Antique Late 19th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Ormolu, Bronze

Quality 19th Century French Louis XVI Ormolu & Porcelain Mantle Clock
Quality 19th Century French Louis XVI Ormolu & Porcelain Mantle Clock

Quality 19th Century French Louis XVI Ormolu & Porcelain Mantle Clock

Located in Ipswich, GB

Quality 19th century French Louis XVI ormolu and porcelain mantel clock, the case cast as a seated

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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

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Ormolu

Antique French Neoclassical Style Ormolu and Cloisonne Enamel Clock Set
Antique French Neoclassical Style Ormolu and Cloisonne Enamel Clock Set

Antique French Neoclassical Style Ormolu and Cloisonne Enamel Clock Set

Located in London, GB

, which are all crafted in ormolu and extensively decorated in vibrant cloisonné enamel. The clock sits on

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

Antique Museum Quality French Marble And Ormolu Clock circa 1890
Antique Museum Quality French Marble And Ormolu Clock circa 1890

Antique Museum Quality French Marble And Ormolu Clock circa 1890

Located in New Orleans, LA

This lovely clock is in good running order. It was retailed by Bigelow Kennard in Boston, MA.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble and Ormolu Clock
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble and Ormolu Clock

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble and Ormolu Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A striking French 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu, black Belgian and white Carrara marble

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Mantel Clocks

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Carrara Marble, Ormolu

French 19th century Louis XV st. Ormolu and patinated Bronze clock
French 19th century Louis XV st. Ormolu and patinated Bronze clock

French 19th century Louis XV st. Ormolu and patinated Bronze clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A charming and high quality French 19th century Louis XV st. Ormolu and patinated Bronze clock

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Ormolu Clock "with a Swing", France, circa 1820
Ormolu Clock "with a Swing", France, circa 1820

Ormolu Clock "with a Swing", France, circa 1820

Located in PARIS, FR

Very fine floral and decorated Restauration period ormolu clock, figuring two baluster columns

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Antique 1820s French Restauration Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Sevres Ormolu Mantel Clock by Leroy Paris 19th Century
Antique French Sevres Ormolu Mantel Clock by Leroy Paris 19th Century

Antique French Sevres Ormolu Mantel Clock by Leroy Paris 19th Century

By Julien Le Roy

Located in London, GB

This is a lovely antique French Rococo revival ormolu, (gilt bronze) mantel clock with glass dome

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Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Charles X Ormolu Figural Mantel Clock
Charles X Ormolu Figural Mantel Clock

Charles X Ormolu Figural Mantel Clock

Located in Astoria, NY

Charles X Ormolu Figural Mantel Clock, circa 1830, depicting Clio, muse of History, standing beside

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Antique 1830s French Charles X Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

French blue celeste porcelain and ormolu mantel clock
French blue celeste porcelain and ormolu mantel clock

French blue celeste porcelain and ormolu mantel clock

Located in London, GB

French blue celeste porcelain and ormolu mantel clock. Very good condition with original ormolu and

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Antique 1870s French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century (Early) French Clock Marble & Ormolu
19th Century (Early) French Clock Marble & Ormolu

19th Century (Early) French Clock Marble & Ormolu

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

19th Century (Early) French Clock Marble & Ormolu Unique clock purchased in France. Gorgeous

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

French Empire Cut Crystal and Ormolu Medici Clock
French Empire Cut Crystal and Ormolu Medici Clock

French Empire Cut Crystal and Ormolu Medici Clock

Located in New York, NY

Medici vase-shaped cut crystal clock, ormolu mounted. Two gilt handles with foliage. Origin

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Antique 19th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French Empire Clock
French Empire Clock

French Empire Clock

Located in Hudson, NY

A very finely cast gilt bronze clock depicting Psyche at her toilet. The reflective mirror of

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Antique 19th Century French Empire Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

French Ormolu and Birds Eye Maple Boulle Clock
French Ormolu and Birds Eye Maple Boulle Clock

French Ormolu and Birds Eye Maple Boulle Clock

By Comptoir General

Located in Norwich, GB

Outstanding Boulle clock in ‘Birds Eye’ maple with fine ormolu mounts standing on four outswept

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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Mantel Clocks

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Fine Sevres and Ormolu Mantel Clock
Fine Sevres and Ormolu Mantel Clock

Fine Sevres and Ormolu Mantel Clock

Located in London, by appointment only

France, circa 1870. A fine late 19th century ormolu and porcelain mounted mantel clock, the

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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century French Empire Style Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock, c.1870
19th Century French Empire Style Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock, c.1870

19th Century French Empire Style Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock, c.1870

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th Century French Empire style ormolu bronze mantle clock. The foliate surround gilt dial

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Antique 19th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French 19th Century Empire St. Vert Patricia Marble and Ormolu Clock
French 19th Century Empire St. Vert Patricia Marble and Ormolu Clock

French 19th Century Empire St. Vert Patricia Marble and Ormolu Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A handsome French 19th century Empire st. Vert Patricia marble and ormolu clock. The clock is

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Antique 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

French rouge marble and ormolu four glass clock signed Raingo Freres
French rouge marble and ormolu four glass clock signed Raingo Freres

French rouge marble and ormolu four glass clock signed Raingo Freres

Located in London, GB

A good antique French ormolu and rouge marble four glass clock by the eminent makers Raingo Freres

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Antique 1880s French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

French Charles X Period Mantel Clock in Ormolu and Patinated Bronze
French Charles X Period Mantel Clock in Ormolu and Patinated Bronze

French Charles X Period Mantel Clock in Ormolu and Patinated Bronze

Located in London, GB

A very smart and stylish antique French Charles X period mantel clock in ormolu and patinated

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Antique 1820s French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French Napoleon III blue porcelain and ormolu clock
French Napoleon III blue porcelain and ormolu clock

French Napoleon III blue porcelain and ormolu clock

Located in London, GB

A very fine & attractive French porcelain & gilt bronze mantle clock. A superb dial & very finely

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Antique 1880s French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Early 19th Century French Bronze and Ormolu 8 Day Mantle Clock
Early 19th Century French Bronze and Ormolu 8 Day Mantle Clock

Early 19th Century French Bronze and Ormolu 8 Day Mantle Clock

Located in London, GB

An early 19th Century French bronze & ormolu 8-Day striking Clock with silver dial (stamped Douon

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Antique 19th Century French Regency Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Belle Époque Period Ormolu Clock
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Belle Époque Period Ormolu Clock

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Belle Époque Period Ormolu Clock

By Raingo Frères

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A striking and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. Belle Époque period ormolu clock

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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu Clock Signed by Denière
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu Clock Signed by Denière

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu Clock Signed by Denière

By Jean-François Denière

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu clock signed by Denière. The clock is raised by

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XV St. Ormolu Wall Mounted Clock & Barometer
French 19th Century Louis XV St. Ormolu Wall Mounted Clock & Barometer

French 19th Century Louis XV St. Ormolu Wall Mounted Clock & Barometer

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning and extremely high quality French 19th century Louis XV st. ormolu wall mounted clock

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Wall Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Napoleon III Ormolu & Porcelain Mounted Clock
Napoleon III Ormolu & Porcelain Mounted Clock

Napoleon III Ormolu & Porcelain Mounted Clock

Located in Astoria, NY

Napoleon III Ormolu and Porcelain Mounted Clock, circa 1860, the white enamel dial with Turkish

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French 19th Century Empire Style Ormolu and Vert Patricia Marble Clock
French 19th Century Empire Style Ormolu and Vert Patricia Marble Clock

French 19th Century Empire Style Ormolu and Vert Patricia Marble Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning and extremely high quality French 19th century Empire st. ormolu and Vert de Patricia

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Antique 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

19th Century Ormolu Figural Cartel Clock
19th Century Ormolu Figural Cartel Clock

19th Century Ormolu Figural Cartel Clock

Located in London, GB

An ormolu cased Cartel clock by Vincenti & Cie Constructed in gilt bronze, depicting a well

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Antique 19th Century French Wall Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

Unusual Ormolu and Porcelain Clock Set
Unusual Ormolu and Porcelain Clock Set

Unusual Ormolu and Porcelain Clock Set

Located in London, GB

surmount, all set on a foliate ormolu breakfront plinth; the pair of vases similarly decorated. Clock

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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

French Ormolu Figural Mantel Clock Depicting Amphitrite's Chariot
French Ormolu Figural Mantel Clock Depicting Amphitrite's Chariot

French Ormolu Figural Mantel Clock Depicting Amphitrite's Chariot

Located in New York, NY

Gilt and patinated bronze mantel clock depicting Amphitrite's chariot drawn by Dolphins attributed

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Antique 19th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu Clock Signed F. Barbedienne
French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu Clock Signed F. Barbedienne

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu Clock Signed F. Barbedienne

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A very elegant and richly chased 19th century French Louis XVI st. ormolu clock signed F

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

French Louis XVI Ormolu and Marble Monument Clock
French Louis XVI Ormolu and Marble Monument Clock

French Louis XVI Ormolu and Marble Monument Clock

By Charles Bertrand

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A period Louis XVI Ormolu black and white marble mantel clock made in the last quarter of the 18th

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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French early 19th century white Carrara, Griotte marble and Ormolu clock
French early 19th century white Carrara, Griotte marble and Ormolu clock

French early 19th century white Carrara, Griotte marble and Ormolu clock

By Étienne Maurice Falconet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Griotte marble and Ormolu clock, attributed to Étienne Maurice Falconet. This wonderful mantel clock is

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Mantel Clocks

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Carrara Marble, Griotte Marble, Ormolu

French Louis XV Ormolu Clock of Hannibal and Scipio Signed Amant
French Louis XV Ormolu Clock of Hannibal and Scipio Signed Amant

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 Louis XV Style Ormolu Grandfather Clock
French Louis XV Style Ormolu Grandfather Clock

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 Louis Xv1 Style Striking Figural Ormolu-Mounted White Marble Clock
French Louis Xv1 Style Striking Figural Ormolu-Mounted White Marble Clock

French Louis Xv1 Style Striking Figural Ormolu-Mounted White Marble Clock

Located in London, GB

A wonderful French Louis XV1 style striking figural ormolu-mounted white marble clock. The

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Belle Époque Period Ormolu Clock
French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Belle Époque Period Ormolu Clock

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Belle Époque Period Ormolu Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exquisite French 19th century Louis XVI st. Belle Époque period ormolu clock. The clock is

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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble and Ormolu Portique Clock
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble and Ormolu Portique Clock

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble and Ormolu Portique Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exquisite and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara marble and ormolu

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Ormolu

Antique early 19th century French red marble and ormolu clock garniture
Antique early 19th century French red marble and ormolu clock garniture

Antique early 19th century French red marble and ormolu clock garniture

Located in London, GB

An impressive early 19th Century French bronze & ormolu Clock Garniture comprising a pair of

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

French Mid-19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble and Ormolu Clock
French Mid-19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble and Ormolu Clock

French Mid-19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble and Ormolu Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A spectacular French mid 19th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara marble and ormolu clock in the

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Ormolu

French Empire Antique Black Marble and Ormolu Borne Clock by Maniere
French Empire Antique Black Marble and Ormolu Borne Clock by Maniere

French Empire Antique Black Marble and Ormolu Borne Clock by Maniere

By C. Maniere

Located in London, GB

Fine black marble and ormolu mantel clock of borne (antique milestone) form. Superb proportions and

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Antique Early 1800s French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

French 18th Century Louis XVI Period Ormolu and Silvered Bronze Clock
French 18th Century Louis XVI Period Ormolu and Silvered Bronze Clock

French 18th Century Louis XVI Period Ormolu and Silvered Bronze Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning French 18th century Louis XVI period ormolu and silvered bronze clock, signed Pfeñinger

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Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Wall Clocks

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Bronze, Ormolu

French Porcelain and Ormolu Mantel Clock Stamped in Bronze H. Picard
French Porcelain and Ormolu Mantel Clock Stamped in Bronze H. Picard

French Porcelain and Ormolu Mantel Clock Stamped in Bronze H. Picard

By Henri Picard

Located in London, GB

French Ormolu and porcelain mantel clock of Classical design dating from the mid-19th century

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Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Early 19th Century French Bronze and Ormolu Eight Day Striking Clock
Early 19th Century French Bronze and Ormolu Eight Day Striking Clock

Early 19th Century French Bronze and Ormolu Eight Day Striking Clock

Located in London, GB

An early 19th century French eight day silk-suspension, striking clock, contained in ormolu case

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Antique Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

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French Ormolu Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of French ormolu clocks for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique French ormolu clocks was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, ormolu and bronze. There are all kinds of French ormolu clocks available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Louis XVI, Empire and neoclassical French ormolu clocks are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made French ormolu clocks over the years, but those made by Japy Frères, Raingo Frères and Samuel Marti are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are French Ormolu Clocks?

Prices for French ormolu clocks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, French ormolu clocks begin at $195 and can go as high as $1,919,381, while the average can fetch as much as $8,379.

Finding the Right Clocks for You

A sophisticated clock design, whether it’s a desk clock, mantel clock or large wall clock for your living room, is a decorative object to be admired in your home as much as it is a necessary functional element. This is part of the reason clocks make such superb collectibles. Given the versatility of these treasured fixtures — they’ve long been made in a range of shapes, sizes and styles — a clock can prove integral to your own particular interior decor.

Antique and vintage clocks can whisk us back to the 18th and 19th centuries. When most people think of antique clocks, they imagine an Art Deco Bakelite tabletop clock or wall clock, named for the revolutionary synthetic plastic, Bakelite, of which they’re made, or a stately antique grandfather clock. But the art of clock-making goes way back, transcending continents and encompassing an entire range of design styles and technologies. In short, there are many kinds of clocks depending on your needs.

A variety of wall clocks can be found on 1stDibs. A large antique hand-carved walnut wall clock is best suited to a big room and a flat background given what will likely be outwardly sculptural features, while Georgian grandfather clocks, or longcase clocks, will help welcome rainswept guests into your entryway or foyer. An interactive cuckoo clock, large or small, is guaranteed to bring outsize personality to your living room or dining room. For conversation pieces of a similar breed, mid-century modern enthusiasts go for the curious Ball clock, the first of more than 150 clock models conceived in the studio of legendary architect and designer George Nelson

Minimalist contemporary clocks and books pair nicely on a shelf, but an eye-catching vintage mantel clock can add balance to your home library while drawing attention to your art and design books and other decorative objects. Ormolu clocks dating from the Louis XVI period, designed in the neoclassical style, are often profusely ornate, featuring architectural flourishes and rich naturalistic details. Rococo-style mantel clocks of Meissen porcelain or porcelain originating from manufacturers in cities such as Limoges, France, during the 18th and 19th centuries, exude an air of imperial elegance on your shelves or side tables and can help give your desk a 19th-century upgrade.

On 1stDibs, find a range of extraordinary antique and vintage clocks today.

Questions About French Ormolu Clocks
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Ormolu furniture refers to the ornate decoration typically applied to French antique furniture. The decoration is made out of bronze and is then covered with 18 to 24 karat gold. You can shop a collection of ormolu furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To spot whether or not a clock is antique, note if the clockmaker’s name or company is engraved near the center face of the dial. A paper label may also be pasted on the back of the clock. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted antique clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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
    Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you adjust a French mantel clock depends on its design. In many antique clocks, there is a winding slot that says R for Retard on one side and A for Advance on the other. If you wish to make the clock faster, you turn the key toward the R. To slow down the clock, turn the key in the opposite direction toward the A. Find a large collection of French mantel clocks on 1stDibs.