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19th-Century Flame Mahogany Mantel Clock by Breguet Raised by Lion Paw Feet
19th-Century Flame Mahogany Mantel Clock by Breguet Raised by Lion Paw Feet

19th-Century Flame Mahogany Mantel Clock by Breguet Raised by Lion Paw Feet

$31,729

19th-Century Flame Mahogany Mantel Clock by Breguet Raised by Lion Paw Feet

By Breguet a Paris

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

An extremely rare mantel clock with a figured mahogany-veneered case by A-L Breguet Abraham-Louis Breguet (1747-1823), who was of Swiss origin, is undoubtedly the most celebrated clockmaker of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries in France. He is responsible for the invention of the self-winding watch, the tourbillon and the sympathetic watch ( a watch that is placed in a cradle of a special clock. It is then linked by means of a pin fixed behind the clock dial. Built into the motion work which, when released by the clock, automatically sets the hands to the clock's time as well as correcting the watch's regulator necessitated by any degree of inaccuracy registered at the moment of synchronisation) and many other horological improvements and developments. Around the year 1807 Breguet brought in his son, Antoine-Louis (born 1776), as a business partner, and from this point, the firm became known as Breguet et Fils. Breguet had previously sent his son to London to study with the great English chronometer maker John Arnold...

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Late 18th Century French Empire Antique Breguet a Paris Clocks

Materials

Brass

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Breguet A Paris clocks for sale on 1stDibs.

Breguet a Paris clocks are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Breguet a Paris clocks, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original clocks by Breguet a Paris were created in the Empire style in france during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider clocks by Jean-Simon Deverberie, and Europa Antiques. Prices for Breguet a Paris clocks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $8,818 and can go as high as $29,112, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $16,000.
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  • What is a spiral Breguet?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A spiral Breguet refers to a pocket watch produced with a component called the Breguet balance spring. It gets its name from the coiled design of the part. Keep in mind that "spiral Breguet" is a nickname. The company never engraved these words on any of their timepieces. If you see the phrase on the back of a watch, it is likely counterfeit. Shop a variety of Breguet watches on 1stDibs.
  • Is Breguet better than Rolex?
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    1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    No, Breguet isn’t better than Rolex. These two luxury watch brands are universally heralded for all the distinctive accessories they’ve brought to market. Breguet wristwatches and pocket watches are known for their high-quality craftsmanship and meticulous design, as well as an ease of use and portability, and they have remained quite popular throughout the years. Rolex is revered for its precision timekeeping, impeccable craftsmanship and unflagging pursuit of innovation. When shopping for a watch, you should think about what you’re looking for in this type of accessory. You may wish to consider the power reserve, materials, accuracy, craftsmanship, where it was manufactured and more. If it’s your first watch, you may wish to consider whether or not you’d prefer a pre-owned model. Buying a new, never-worn watch enables you to build a history with it that isn’t shared by anyone else, but the greatest advantage to buying a pre-owned watch is that it opens up a wider range of models to consider, including rare ones that have been discontinued. Shop a large selection of watches on 1stDibs.
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    1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Yes, Breguet is as good as Patek. These two luxury watch brands are universally heralded for all the distinctive timepieces they’ve brought to market. Breguet is known for high-quality craftsmanship and meticulous design, as well as the ease of use and portability of its timepieces. Patek Philippe has an equally strong reputation and is acclaimed both for impeccable craftsmanship and for crafting some of the most complicated timepieces ever created. When shopping for a watch, you should think about what you’re looking for in this type of accessory. You may wish to consider the power reserve, materials, accuracy, craftsmanship, where it was manufactured and more. If it’s your first watch, you may wish to consider whether or not you’d prefer a pre-owned model. Buying a new, never-worn watch enables you to build a history with it that isn’t shared by anyone else, but the greatest advantage to buying a pre-owned watch is that it opens up a wider range of models to consider, including rare ones that have been discontinued. Find a wide variety of watches on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, Breguet watches are sometimes more expensive than Rolex. Entry-level Breguet watches can be as much as twice the price of Rolex's less expensive timepieces. However, both makers offer a broad assortment of watches with options available at various price points. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Rolex and Breguet watches.
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Partially. Breguet watches are crafted both by hand and by machine. The process is unique to each kind of watch, though much of the finishing of each timepiece is done by hand by Swiss-bases artisans. Browse a collection of authentic Breguet watches on 1stDibs.
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Balmain Paris is an iconic French couture house founded by Pierre Balmain in 1945. Balmain, which became known for its bell-shaped skirts and sophisticated cocktail dresses that drew on elegant ballet dancer costumes, was among the first to offer French looks to the American market. Since the death of the founder in 1982, the design reins at the company have been handed to luminaries such as Oscar de la Renta and Olivier Rousteing, an alum of Roberto Cavalli who was installed as creative director at the label in 2011. Shop a collection of vintage Balmain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Balmain Paris is owned by a Qatari investment fund called Mayhoola for Investments. The iconic French couture house was founded by Pierre Balmain in 1945. Shop a collection of vintage Balmain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • What is Paris known for in fashion?
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    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    In fashion, Paris is known for being home to the headquarters of many luxury houses. Dior, Givenchy, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Chanel, Saint-Laurent, Celine, Hermès, Lanvin and Louis Vuitton all call the city home. Paris also draws crowds twice per year with Paris Fashion Week, a series of fashion shows that feature top maisons showcasing their latest pieces. In addition, the city is home to some of the top fashion schools in Europe, including ESMOD International, the Institut Francais de la Mode, Studio Berçot and the Paris College of Art. Explore a wide range of French apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, while the majority of Balmain’s ready-to-wear collection is manufactured in Europe, most of Balmain’s footwear is made in China with some of the leather styles produced in Italy. Shop a collection of Balmain sneakers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Paris Street Rainy Day is an Impressionist street scene painting. Gustave Caillebotte produced the oil painting in 1877, and it is in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, as of January 2022. You'll find a range of Gustave Caillebotte art on 1stDibs.