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A French Napoleon III Ormolu Mantel Clock, Third Quarter 19th Century

This auction ended on Gennaio 31, 2026.

Estimated price: £1 - £200

Buyer's Premium: 20%

Description

A French Napoleon III ormolu mantel clock, third quarter 19th century. The ornate gilt bronze clock features a circular white dial with black Roman numerals for hours and Arabic numerals for minutes, housed within an elaborate, scrolling, and foliate-decorated frame. The sculptural base displays acanthus leaf motifs and rests on four scrolled feet. A partial serial or model number, ‘6329,’ is visible on the rear of the movement.