Napoleon III Royal Fire-Gilded Mantel Clock, Paris, France, 1870s

About This Piece

Vintage Design

Royal celebratory gold-plated magnificent clock/mantel clock, Napoleon III around 1870, Paris, A fantastic masterwork of perfection with beautiful fire-gilded bronze. Bronze, gold plated. On volute and paw feet a curved case with a woman's mask, winged female herms and a crowning globe in front of crossed oak leaf branches. Under a round arch is the glazed, gold-plated dial with Roman numerals on enamel cartouches. Cones attached to the side. Rich appliqué and relief decoration. Spring suspension. Hook walk. The bell strikes the half hour. Medal stamp.

References: Comparable model. Design by Jean Bérain and Pendule "aux Harpies" in: Ottomeyer/Pröschel, Gilded Bronzes, Munich 1986, Volume II, page. 487 . Reference Hans Ottomeyer/Peter Pröschel Gold-plated bronzes The Bronze Works of Late Baroque and Classicism Volume II Contributions to the history and technology of bronze works, to artists and workshops with contributions from Jean-Dominique Augarde - Christian Baulez David-Harris Cohen - Roland de l'Espée - Alastair Laing Denise Ledoux-Lebard - Maria Przewozna - Jean Nerée Ronfort Michael Stürmer - F. J.B. Watson

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Design Period	Before 1890
Production Period	Before 2010
Country of Manufacture	France
Style	Vintage
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Product Code	FLW-1767319
Restoration and Damage Details	Wear consistent with age and use.
Materials	Bronze
Color	Gold
Width	38 cm 38 cm
Depth	18 cm 18 cm
Height	65 cm 65 cm
Weight Range	Standard — Between 40kg and 80kg

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Germany
Returns	Returns accepted within two days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Sustainability

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Delivery Options

Front Door Delivery: (Included in Every Order)	A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below). The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.
In-Home Delivery: (For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)	A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers. The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.

Front Door Delivery:
(Included in Every Order)

A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine every order upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damage or missing or incorrect pieces, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note and contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations of missing, damaged, or incorrect item(s) represents your acceptance of the complete order in perfect condition.