Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Hermes Mantel

Valet De Chambre

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Early 20th Century American Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Gilt Bronze Footed Marble Base Mantel Clock Depicting Carthage Warrior

H 19 in W 20 in D 7 in

Empire Period Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in Montreal, QC

Empire period gilt bronze figural clock representing Amour & Psyche.

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19th Century French Empire Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Empire Period Gilt Bronze Clock

H 19.5 in W 12.5 in D 4.75 in

French Empire Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in London, GB

French Empire gilt bronze clock French, early 19th century Measures: Height 38cm, width 27cm

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

French Empire Gilt Bronze Clock

H 14.97 in W 10.63 in D 3.94 in

Raingo Freres Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

A magnificent ebonized wood and gilt bronze mid-19th century clock signed Raingo Freres, France

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1850s French Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Raingo Freres Gilt Bronze Clock

H 46 in W 22 in D 11.5 in

French Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

A superb gilt bronze and Sienna marble clock depicting Urania (muse of astronomy).

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1880s French Empire Revival Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

French Gilt Bronze Clock

H 26.5 in W 18.25 in D 8 in

Gilt Bronze Figural Mantle Clock

Located in New York, NY

where he bought a planetarium-clock of Raingo in 1824. In 1860, Raingo Frères had furnished bronzes

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19th Century French Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Bronze Figural Mantle Clock

H 19 in W 22 in D 8 in

Glass Dome Bronze / Wood Base Porcelain Face Mantel Clock

By Ansonia Clock Company

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Dome Bronze and Porcelain Face Ansonian Crystal Palace Mantel Clock. This remarkable timepiece is a

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1880s American Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Glass Dome Bronze / Wood Base Porcelain Face Mantel Clock

H 19 in W 14 in D 7 in

Antique French Gilt Bronze Baroque Clock

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A large and stunning antique French Baroque drum head clock. Beautifully modelled in gilt bronze

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19th Century Baroque Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Gilt Bronze Baroque Clock

H 16.5 in W 9 in D 5.5 in

Empire Gilt and Patinated Bronze Clock

Located in Kittery Point, ME

Modelled as a potted flower, the pot decorated with gilt bronze classical figures. With an 18th

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19th Century Austrian Empire Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Empire Gilt and Patinated Bronze Clock

H 11 in Dm 4 in

Antique French Gilt Bronze Baroque Clock

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A beautiful original antique French clock, modelled in the Baroque style in gilt bronze. It is of

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19th Century French Baroque Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Gilt Bronze Baroque Clock

H 18.25 in W 9.75 in D 6 in

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th century French gilt bronze clock. Clock is in working condition.

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19th Century French Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Clock

H 16 in W 12 in D 4.5 in

Magnificent Gilt Bronze and Marble Clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

A very fine gilt bronze and marble clock featuring a lion. Marble case, ornate face with enameled

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1880s French Louis Philippe Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Magnificent Gilt Bronze and Marble Clock

H 21 in W 18 in D 8.5 in

Gilt bronze clock, 19th century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Gilt bronze clock, 19th century Large original gilt bronze clock, decorated with garlands of

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1860s European Napoleon III Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Gilt bronze clock, 19th century

H 37.8 in W 16.54 in D 2.76 in

French Gilt Bronze and Marble Clock Set

Located in Hollywood, SC

French gilt bronze and marble three piece mantel clock flanked by matching candelabras. Center

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19th Century French Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

French Gilt Bronze and Marble Clock Set

H 25.5 in W 20.5 in D 8 in

Empire Period Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

profound revival of beauties of the ancient empires. The mantel clock is crafted entirely in gilt

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Empire Period Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

H 25.99 in W 16.74 in D 5.12 in

Very Fine Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

A very fine gilt bronze clock depicting infant, cupid and psyche. An exquisite Louis XVI base

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Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Very Fine Gilt Bronze Clock

H 17.5 in W 16 in D 8 in

Large Gilt Bronze Boulle Wall Clock

Located in London, GB

inlayed with tortoiseshell, this wood has been ebonised. The edges of the clock case are mounted with gilt

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19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Brass, Ormolu, Bronze

Large Gilt Bronze Boulle Wall Clock

H 40.95 in W 19.3 in D 7.49 in

Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in Bradenton, FL

A very good quality Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock. French gilt bronze clock with enamel

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

H 8.75 in W 5 in D 2 in

French Empire Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in Montreal, QC

This unusual clock signed Blanc Fils Palais Royal is modelled as a library, flanked by two seated

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Early 19th Century French Charles X Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

French Empire Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

H 16 in W 12 in D 7 in

Very Important Gilt Bronze, Enameled Bronze and Patinated Bronze Clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

A very important gilt bronze, enameled bronze and patinated bronze clock depicting two children

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1870s French Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Very Important Gilt Bronze, Enameled Bronze and Patinated Bronze Clock

H 31.5 in W 27.5 in D 10 in

Antique French Louis XV Gilt Bronze Clock

By A.D. Mougin

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A beautiful antique French gilt bronze clock by A. D. Mougin. Modelled in architectural form and

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Louis XV Gilt Bronze Clock

H 15.5 in W 11 in D 5 in

Antique Gilt Bronze Three-Piece Clock Garniture

Located in London, GB

candelabra are constructed entirely of gilt bronze. The bronze dial of the mantel clock is inscribed with

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Late 19th Century Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Gilt Bronze Three-Piece Clock Garniture

H 18.9 in W 11.42 in D 5.91 in

Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in Paris, FR

Gild bronze clock.

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19th Century Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Bronze Clock

H 15.75 in W 3.94 in D 11.03 in

French Gilt-Bronze and Glass Clock Set

Located in New York, NY

An elegant French gilt-bronze and glass clock garniture. Urn shaped gilt bronze mounted crystal

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19th Century French Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

French Gilt-Bronze and Glass Clock Set

H 17.5 in W 8 in D 5.5 in

Louis XVI Style Clock In Gilt Bronze

Located in BARSAC, FR

Magnificent Louis XVI clock in finely chiseled gilded bronze with rich decoration of plant garlands

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Louis XVI Style Clock In Gilt Bronze

H 16.15 in W 13 in D 6.3 in

French Régence Style Gilt Bronze Clock Garniture

Located in London, GB

French Régence style gilt bronze clock garniture French, late 19th century Clock: Height 60cm

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Late 19th Century French Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French Régence Style Gilt Bronze Clock Garniture

H 23.63 in W 14.18 in D 7.88 in

Large Gilt Bronze Portico Clock, Restoration Period

By Lepine

Located in Paris, FR

Large gilt bronze portico regulator clock from the Restauration period. It takes the form of an

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1820s French Restauration Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Large Gilt Bronze Portico Clock, Restoration Period

H 23.23 in W 11.82 in D 5.91 in

French Empire Period Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

French Empire period gilt bronze mantel clock French, early 19th century Measures: Height 50cm

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

French Empire Period Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

H 19.69 in W 14.18 in D 4.73 in

Empire Period Gilt Bronze Figurative Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

Empire period gilt bronze figurative mantel clock French, early 19th century Measures: Height

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Empire Period Gilt Bronze Figurative Mantel Clock

H 13 in W 12.21 in D 4.73 in

Large Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock Commemorating Napoleon

Located in London, GB

Large gilt bronze mantel clock commemorating Napoleon French, circa 1840 Measures: Height 57cm

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Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Large Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock Commemorating Napoleon

H 22.45 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in

Antique French Gilt Bronze Cartel Wall Clock

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A stunning Baroque style antique French Cartel wall clock. It is beautifully modelled in gilded

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19th Century French Baroque Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Gilt Bronze Cartel Wall Clock

H 21.75 in W 13 in D 5 in

French Restauration Period Patinated and Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in Montreal, QC

Restauation period gilt and patinated bronze clock.

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19th Century French Restauration Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

French Restauration Period Patinated and Gilt Bronze Clock

H 17.5 in W 9.25 in D 5 in

Antique Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

This fine neoclassical style mantel clock is from the early 19th century. The clock is cast in gilt

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Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Antique Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

H 18.51 in W 13.39 in D 5.91 in

Antique Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

beautiful item, which has been expertly crafted from gilt bronze (ormolu). The clock will add elegance and

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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

Antique Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

H 18.51 in W 14.57 in D 9.06 in

French Empire Figural Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in New York, NY

Winged cupid with flowing robe, clock resting between wings and fabric, raised on bronze ormolu

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19th Century French Empire Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Enamel

French Empire Figural Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

H 16 in W 9 in D 5 in

Lapis, enamel, and gilt bronze clock garniture

Located in London, GB

enamel ground. At each corner of the clock body is mounted a gilt bronze classical mask, which

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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Enamel, Ormolu, Bronze

Lapis, enamel, and gilt bronze clock garniture

H 19.69 in W 13.78 in D 9.45 in

Fire-Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock

Located in Budapest, HU

French Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock with Rare Double Patina, Around 1830 ~~ Excellent condition

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1820s French Charles X Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Fire-Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock

H 14.57 in W 9.45 in D 3.94 in

Gilt Bronze and Marble Figural Clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

A very fine gilt bronze, patinated bronze and marble clock by Marlin & Cottin, 26 rue Amelot, Paris

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Gilt Bronze and Marble Figural Clock

H 22 in W 12.5 in D 12.5 in

Antique French Gilt Bronze Baroque Cartel Wall Clock

By Vincenti et Cie

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

in gilt bronze in the Baroque style, Shield shaped with swan neck pediment, a grotesque mask below

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19th Century French Baroque Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Gilt Bronze Baroque Cartel Wall Clock

H 23.5 in W 9 in D 4.5 in

Gilt Bronze & Marble Fleur de Pecher Mantle Clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

Vincent (or Vincenti) et Cie (French 19th century) gilt bronze & Fluer de Pecher mounted marble

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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Gilt Bronze & Marble Fleur de Pecher Mantle Clock

H 29 in W 11 in D 7.75 in

Large Louis XV Antique French Gilt Bronze Clock

By Louis Japy

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

flaming lamp. The large dial is porcelain enamel on copper with a gilt bronze centre. It is complete with

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Large Louis XV Antique French Gilt Bronze Clock

H 19.75 in W 11 in D 5.25 in

Figural Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock by Raingo Freres

By Raingo Frères

Located in New York, NY

Our lovely gilt bronze mantel clock with movement by Raingo Freres of Paris features the finely

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Late 19th Century Neoclassical Revival Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Figural Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock by Raingo Freres

H 22 in W 17 in D 8 in

Very Fine Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Empire Mantle Clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

A very fine gilt bronze period Empire mantle clock. France, circa 1805. Period Empire clock

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Early 1800s French Empire Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Very Fine Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Empire Mantle Clock

H 21 in W 15.25 in D 5 in

Nice Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mantle Clock

Located in New York, NY

Nice Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mantle Clock A fine quality urn with flowing flowers and

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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Nice Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mantle Clock

H 20 in W 11.5 in D 6 in

French Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock Garniture

By Japy Frères

Located in New York, NY

Very fine quality 19 century French Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock Garniture with hand

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Late 19th Century French Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

French Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock Garniture

H 20.5 in W 17 in D 6 in

Antique French Gilt Bronze Rococo Cartel Wall Clock

By Vincenti et Cie

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A very decorative antique French gilt bronze cartel wall clock by Vincenti, circa 1870. It is

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19th Century French Rococo Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Gilt Bronze Rococo Cartel Wall Clock

H 20.5 in W 9.25 in D 3.5 in

French Neoclassical Style Lyre-Form Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in London, GB

French neoclassical style lyre-form gilt bronze clock French, 19th century Measures: Height 50cm

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

French Neoclassical Style Lyre-Form Gilt Bronze Clock

H 19.69 in W 7.49 in D 5.12 in

Rococo Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Porcelain Clock Garniture

Located in London, GB

Rococo style gilt bronze mounted porcelain clock garniture French, late 19th century Measures

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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Rococo Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Porcelain Clock Garniture

H 14.97 in W 10.63 in D 5.12 in

Antique French Gilt Bronze and Malachite Clock Set

Located in London, GB

, which consists of a mantel clock and pair of candelabra is crafted from gilt bronze (ormolu) and the

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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Malachite, Ormolu, Bronze

Antique French Gilt Bronze and Malachite Clock Set

H 31.5 in W 16.54 in D 9.45 in

Antique Gilt Bronze Mounted Cut Glass Clock Set

Located in London, GB

extend from the clock's glass body to the gilt bronze mouth. The centre of the clock’s vase-shaped case

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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Gilt Bronze Mounted Cut Glass Clock Set

H 14.18 in W 9.06 in D 4.73 in

Huge Antique French Gilt Bronze Classical Clock Set

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A huge and magnificent antique French classical clock set, dating from circa 1890 and standing at

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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Huge Antique French Gilt Bronze Classical Clock Set

H 25.25 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in

Louis XVI Period Gilt Bronze Mounted Malachite Clock

Located in London, GB

Louis XVI period gilt bronze mounted malachite clock French, late 18th century Measures: Height

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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Malachite, Ormolu, Bronze

Louis XVI Period Gilt Bronze Mounted Malachite Clock

H 19.69 in W 13.59 in D 5.32 in

Gilt Bronze and Sèvres Style Porcelain Clock Garniture

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in London, GB

Gilt bronze and Sèvres style porcelain clock garniture French, 19th century Measures: Clock

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Gilt Bronze and Sèvres Style Porcelain Clock Garniture

H 18.12 in W 11.42 in D 9.45 in

Japanese Style Gilt Bronze and Enamel Clock Set

By Japy Frères

Located in London, GB

This beautiful clock set is designed in a fanciful Japanese style, known in France in the 19th

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19th Century French Japonisme Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Japanese Style Gilt Bronze and Enamel Clock Set

H 15.75 in W 10.24 in D 7.09 in

French Neoclassical Malachite and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

French neoclassical malachite and gilt bronze mantel clock French, circa 1830 Measures: Height

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Early 19th Century French Charles X Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Malachite, Ormolu, Bronze

French Neoclassical Malachite and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

H 20.08 in W 13 in D 5.52 in

Gilt Bronze Mounted Porphyry Revolving Dial Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

gilt bronze, is formed in the shape of a vase. The movement of the clock is of the cercle tournant type

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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Porphyry, Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

Gilt Bronze Mounted Porphyry Revolving Dial Mantel Clock

H 14.57 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Antique Cloisonne Enamel and Gilt Bronze Clock Set

Located in London, GB

laurel garlands and dolphins' heads at either side. The sides of the clock are also mounted with gilt

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19th Century French Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

Antique Cloisonne Enamel and Gilt Bronze Clock Set

H 14.18 in W 10.63 in D 5.52 in

Restauration Period Gilt Bronze Mounted Lapis Mantel Clock

By Gérard-Jean Galle

Located in London, GB

This mantel clock dates from the period of Charles X and is crafted from gilt bronze with a later

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Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Ormolu, Bronze

Restauration Period Gilt Bronze Mounted Lapis Mantel Clock

H 16.54 in W 8.86 in D 4.93 in

Large Malachite, Gilt and Patinated Bronze Clock Set

Located in London, GB

to support a circular, gilt bronze clock case above his head. The clock case which is draped with

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Malachite, Bronze

Large Malachite, Gilt and Patinated Bronze Clock Set

H 39.38 in W 16.15 in D 12.6 in

Rare Louis XVI Period Enamel and Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in Montreal, QC

Rare Louis XVI period enamel and gilt bronze clock on a black marble base.

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18th Century and Earlier French Antique Bronze Gilt Clock

Materials

Bronze

Rare Louis XVI Period Enamel and Gilt Bronze Clock

H 14 in W 9.5 in D 5.5 in

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Antique Bronze Gilt Clock For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique bronze gilt clock available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and ormolu, every antique bronze gilt clock was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an antique bronze gilt clock — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each antique bronze gilt clock bearing Rococo, Louis XVI or Baroque hallmarks is very popular. A.D. Mougin, Louis Japy and Samuel Marti each produced at least one beautiful antique bronze gilt clock that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Bronze Gilt Clock?

An antique bronze gilt clock can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,677, while the lowest priced sells for $250 and the highest can go for as much as $169,877.

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.

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