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French, Napoleon III Boulle Clock, 19th Century, S. Marti & Cie

About the Item

French Napoleon III Boulle clock, Paris second half of 19th century. The clockwork was made by the famous company Samuel Martin & Cie, circa 1870-1890. (Makers Mark on the back). The cases beautifully designed with bronze details and Boulle technique inlays. A detailed sculpted bronze victory figure stands a top the clock steeple. The clock face features a decorative bronze relief. White enamel cartouches with blue enamel Roman numerals, I-XII, identifying the hours, surround the clock face. Additionally there are twelve smaller bronze enclosures of white enamel with black arabic numerals in increments of five (5-60), identifying the minutes. The clock has an eight day key wind movement and bell striking on the half hour. It is in original working condition but the clockwork should probably be cleaned at one point. The clock ships from Germany and includes shipping to Boston.
  • Creator:
    Samuel Marti (Clockmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.53 in (75 cm)Width: 14.18 in (36 cm)Depth: 5.91 in (15 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    1880-1889
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In good condition. The clockwork should probably be cleaned at one point. At the moment in working condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Belmont, MA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1772220264612

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