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French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Sèvres Porcelain and Ormolu Clock
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Sèvres Porcelain and Ormolu Clock

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Sèvres Porcelain and Ormolu Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A magnificent French 19th century Louis XVI st. Sèvres porcelain and ormolu clock. The clock is

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Antique French Ormolu Bronze Cartel Wall Clock, Sculptural Case with Cherub
Antique French Ormolu Bronze Cartel Wall Clock, Sculptural Case with Cherub

Antique French Ormolu Bronze Cartel Wall Clock, Sculptural Case with Cherub

By Raingo Frères

Located in Madrid, ES

the French "Pendule à Cartel" meaning roughly "clock in a frame for the wall" - the word "Cartel

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Rococo Revival Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Ormolu, Bronze

Antique French Ormolu, Bronze and Red Marble Louis XV Clock Set
Antique French Ormolu, Bronze and Red Marble Louis XV Clock Set

Antique French Ormolu, Bronze and Red Marble Louis XV Clock Set

By Vincenti et Cie

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

An exceptional antique French Louis XV style clock set, circa 1870. Beautifully made in ormolu

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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Mantel Clocks

Materials

Griotte Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

French Ormolu and Silvered Bronze Mounted Malachite Three-Piece Clock Set
French Ormolu and Silvered Bronze Mounted Malachite Three-Piece Clock Set

French Ormolu and Silvered Bronze Mounted Malachite Three-Piece Clock Set

By Pierre Alexandre Schoenewerk 1

Located in London, GB

French ormolu and silvered bronze mounted malachite three-piece clock set French, late 19th

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Mantel Clocks

Materials

Malachite, Ormolu, Bronze

Large Antique French Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock with Musical Design Motif
Large Antique French Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock with Musical Design Motif

Large Antique French Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock with Musical Design Motif

By S. Marti & Cie

Located in Madrid, ES

1867-1900. It is very possible that the luxuriously sculpted ormolu clock case with its musical motif

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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Revival Mantel Clocks

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Ormolu

French Ormolu Bronze Sèvres Porcelain Mantle Clock Vincenti et Cie, Paris
French Ormolu Bronze Sèvres Porcelain Mantle Clock Vincenti et Cie, Paris

French Ormolu Bronze Sèvres Porcelain Mantle Clock Vincenti et Cie, Paris

Located in Dublin, Ireland

A fine early to mid-19th century French Ormolu and Porcelain Mounted mantel (fireplace) Clock of

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Antique 19th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Early 19th Century French Mantel Clock, signed Ferey au Havre, Ormolu
Early 19th Century French Mantel Clock, signed Ferey au Havre, Ormolu

Early 19th Century French Mantel Clock, signed Ferey au Havre, Ormolu

Located in Greven, DE

Small mantel clock with bas-relief France Bronze, enamel early 19th century Dimensions: H x W x D

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

A Large 19th Century French Ormolu Mantle Clock In The Rococo Style
A Large 19th Century French Ormolu Mantle Clock In The Rococo Style

A Large 19th Century French Ormolu Mantle Clock In The Rococo Style

Located in Dublin, IE

A fine 19th century and substantial ormolu clock, of Rococo balloon form, sweeping acanthus swags

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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

An Exceptional French Japonisme Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Five Piece Clock Set
An Exceptional French Japonisme Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Five Piece Clock Set

An Exceptional French Japonisme Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Five Piece Clock Set

By Edouard Lievre

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

An Exceptional French Japonisme Ormolu and Champlevé Enamel Five-Piece Clock Set, In the Manner of

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Antique 19th Century French Japonisme Mantel Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu Cartel Clock, by L. Marchand
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu Cartel Clock, by L. Marchand

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu Cartel Clock, by L. Marchand

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu cartel clock, by L. Marchand

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Antique 19th Century French Wall Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

French Early 20th Century Ormolu & Marble Cherub Mantel Clock
French Early 20th Century Ormolu & Marble Cherub Mantel Clock

French Early 20th Century Ormolu & Marble Cherub Mantel Clock

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful bronze mantel clock with rich bronze in ormolu and supported by a marble base; made in

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Early 20th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Empire Ormolu Clock of Borne Shape and of Hero and Leander
French Empire Ormolu Clock of Borne Shape and of Hero and Leander

French Empire Ormolu Clock of Borne Shape and of Hero and Leander

Located in London, GB

French Charles X period patinated bronze and original mercury gilded ormolu "Borne" clock. Fine

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Antique 1820s French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Antique French Clock by Le Roy & Fils
Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Antique French Clock by Le Roy & Fils

Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Antique French Clock by Le Roy & Fils

By Le Roy, Vincenti et Cie

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

that this type of clock does not have a glazed bezel to cover the dial. The French movement is of high

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Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Mantel Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

Louis XVI style ormolu clock set, C19th
Louis XVI style ormolu clock set, C19th

Louis XVI style ormolu clock set, C19th

Located in Brighton, Sussex

This exquisite 19th-century French clock set features a stunning combination of gilded ormolu and

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Antique French Ormolu & Sevres Porcelain 3 Piece Clock Candelabra Garniture 1870
Antique French Ormolu & Sevres Porcelain 3 Piece Clock Candelabra Garniture 1870

Antique French Ormolu & Sevres Porcelain 3 Piece Clock Candelabra Garniture 1870

By F. Barbedienne Foundry, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Brocot & Delettrez

Located in Portland, OR

An outstanding quality antique gilded bronze & Sevres porcelain French 3 piece, 8 day clock

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Antique 1870s French Belle Époque Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Fine 19th Century French Ormolu and Bronze Mantel Clock with Marble Case
Fine 19th Century French Ormolu and Bronze Mantel Clock with Marble Case

Fine 19th Century French Ormolu and Bronze Mantel Clock with Marble Case

Located in Worcester, GB

Fine 19th Century French Ormolu and Bronze Mantel Clock with Marble Case A finely cast French

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Antique Late 19th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

French Ormolu and White Marble Three-Piece Clock Set
French Ormolu and White Marble Three-Piece Clock Set

French Ormolu and White Marble Three-Piece Clock Set

Located in New York, NY

A very fine french ormolu and white marble three-piece clock set garniture. Comprising a mantel

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Antique 19th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

Fine Quality French Ormolu and White Marble Clock Set
Fine Quality French Ormolu and White Marble Clock Set

Fine Quality French Ormolu and White Marble Clock Set

Located in New York, NY

A fine quality French ormolu and patinated bronze and white marble clock set with cherubs holding

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Antique 19th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

French Napoleon III chariot clock in ormolu & marble vert
French Napoleon III chariot clock in ormolu & marble vert

French Napoleon III chariot clock in ormolu & marble vert

Located in London, GB

A good French Napoleon III period chariot clock of antique vert marble and ormolu. The subject is

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Antique 1850s French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Napolean iii French White Marble and Ormolu Mantel Clock
Napolean iii French White Marble and Ormolu Mantel Clock

Napolean iii French White Marble and Ormolu Mantel Clock

By Vincenti et Cie

Located in Norwich, GB

Stunning Napolean III French Ormolu and white marble clock with gilded Baccanalian frieze

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble

Miniature French Empire Ormolu Mantel Clock of Soldier
Miniature French Empire Ormolu Mantel Clock of Soldier

Miniature French Empire Ormolu Mantel Clock of Soldier

Located in London, GB

Fine miniature French Empire clock in ormolu. Dating from the First French Empire period with

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Antique 1810s French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Ormolu French Cartel Clock on its Stand, Mantle Clock, Napoleon III Era
Antique Ormolu French Cartel Clock on its Stand, Mantle Clock, Napoleon III Era

Antique Ormolu French Cartel Clock on its Stand, Mantle Clock, Napoleon III Era

By Ecole Boulle, Napoléon III

Located in Bochum, NRW

Antique Ormolu French Cartel Clock on its stand, Napoleon III Era. This is a good-sized French

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Louis XV St. Ormolu And Patinated Bronze Cartel Clock
French 19th Century Louis XV St. Ormolu And Patinated Bronze Cartel Clock

French 19th Century Louis XV St. Ormolu And Patinated Bronze Cartel Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A beautiful French 19th century Louis XV st. Ormolu and patinated Bronze cartel clock. The clock

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Wall Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

A Louis XVI Ormolu Figural Cartel Clock
A Louis XVI Ormolu Figural Cartel Clock

A Louis XVI Ormolu Figural Cartel Clock

Located in Kittery Point, ME

A Louis XVI Ormolu Figural Cartel Clock, the circular white enamel dial signed "Baudoin A Paris

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Antique Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Wall Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

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

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

By Zacharie Raingo

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A magnificent French 19th century Louis XVI st. Rouge Griotte marble and ormolu clock by Raingo

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble & Ormolu Lyre Clock & Candelabra Set
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble & Ormolu Lyre Clock & Candelabra Set

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble & Ormolu Lyre Clock & Candelabra Set

By Lerolle Freres

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Very Fine French Late 19th Century Louis XVI Style White Marble and Ormolu 'Lyre' Clock Garniture

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

French Empire Period Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock - Allegory of Astronomy
French Empire Period Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock - Allegory of Astronomy

French Empire Period Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock - Allegory of Astronomy

Located in New York, NY

French Empire period early 19th century ormolu bronze mantel clock depicting Urania, muse of

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French Louis XVI Style Mid-19th Century Ormolu Marble Clock, Signed Frères
French Louis XVI Style Mid-19th Century Ormolu Marble Clock, Signed Frères

French Louis XVI Style Mid-19th Century Ormolu Marble Clock, Signed Frères

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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

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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Ormolu and White Carrara Marble Clock
French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Ormolu and White Carrara Marble Clock

French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Ormolu and White Carrara Marble Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning and high quality French 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu and white Carrara marble

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Ormolu

Porcelain Mounted Ormolu Antique French Three Piece Clock Set
Porcelain Mounted Ormolu Antique French Three Piece Clock Set

Porcelain Mounted Ormolu Antique French Three Piece Clock Set

By Raingo Frères

Located in London, GB

Of porcelain mounted ormolu, the clock's dial marked 'Raingo Fres, Paris', the central clock

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Antique 19th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

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

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

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exquisite French early 19th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara marble and ormolu mounted clock

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Ormolu

French 18th Century Coromandel and Ormolu Grandfather Clock
French 18th Century Coromandel and Ormolu Grandfather Clock

French 18th Century Coromandel and Ormolu Grandfather Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A magnificent large scale French 18th century Coromandel and ormolu Grandfather Clock, by André

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Antique 18th Century French Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

An Extremely Fine Ormolu Portico Mystery Clock
An Extremely Fine Ormolu Portico Mystery Clock

An Extremely Fine Ormolu Portico Mystery Clock

By Breguet a Paris

Located in Amersham, GB

This extremely rare swinging portico clock by Béchot Paris, in an ormolu case of exquisite quality

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Louis XV Style Petite Cartel Clock, Ormolu & Velvet, France 1840
Louis XV Style Petite Cartel Clock, Ormolu & Velvet, France 1840

Louis XV Style Petite Cartel Clock, Ormolu & Velvet, France 1840

Located in Johns Island, SC

This Louis XV st. Cartel or wall clock in ormolu with its flowing rococo design and aquatic motif

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Antique 1840s French Rococo Revival Wall Clocks

Materials

Gold, Bronze

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

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

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and white Carrara marble clock. The clock is

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Ormolu

French Late 19th Century Louis XVI St. Patinated Bronze And Ormolu Clock
French Late 19th Century Louis XVI St. Patinated Bronze And Ormolu Clock

French Late 19th Century Louis XVI St. Patinated Bronze And Ormolu Clock

By Jacob Petit

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant French late 19th century Louis XVI st. Patinated Bronze and Ormolu clock. The clock in

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Wall Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Large and Very Fine French Empire Period Ormolu and Malachite Mantel Clock
Large and Very Fine French Empire Period Ormolu and Malachite Mantel Clock

Large and Very Fine French Empire Period Ormolu and Malachite Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

Large and very Fine French Empire period ormolu and malachite mantel clock French, circa 1825

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Malachite, Ormolu

French Empire Mantel Clock by Robin à Paris, Ormolu, c. 1805-1815
French Empire Mantel Clock by Robin à Paris, Ormolu, c. 1805-1815

French Empire Mantel Clock by Robin à Paris, Ormolu, c. 1805-1815

Located in MADRID, ES

This mantel clock is an outstanding example of early 19th century French haute horlogerie. Created

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

French Mid 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu Clock, by Bardon, Montpellier
French Mid 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu Clock, by Bardon, Montpellier

French Mid 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu Clock, by Bardon, Montpellier

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning French mid 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu clock, by Bardon, Montpellier. The clock

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Patinated Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Clock
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Patinated Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Clock

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Patinated Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Clock

By H. Luppens & Cie

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant French mid 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated bronze, ormolu, and white Carrara marble

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu Clock Signed 'Raingo Freres, Paris
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu Clock Signed 'Raingo Freres, Paris

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu Clock Signed 'Raingo Freres, Paris

By Zacharie Raingo

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exceptional and very high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and patinated bronze

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Ormolu and Patinated Bronze French Directoire Striking Clock, c1790
Ormolu and Patinated Bronze French Directoire Striking Clock, c1790

Ormolu and Patinated Bronze French Directoire Striking Clock, c1790

Located in valatie, NY

This graceful gilt bronze striking clock is from France’s Directoire period. The clocks white

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Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Large Empire Bronze and Ormolu Mantel Clock
Large Empire Bronze and Ormolu Mantel Clock

Large Empire Bronze and Ormolu Mantel Clock

Located in London, by appointment only

France, circa 1820-1830. A large-scale early 19th century bronze and gilt bronze mantel clock

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Antique 1820s French Louis Philippe Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

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

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

By Jean A. Rennes

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, 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
    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
    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
    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.