Antique French Ormolu Figural Pendule Mantel Clock Under Glass Dome, Fire-Gilt Bronze, 19th Century

Behold a slice of nineteenth century French romance, captured in fire-gilt bronze and sealed beneath its own glass cathedral. This figural mantel pendule, signed and bearing its bronze medal mark, shows a young gardener at rest among blossoms, a quietly poetic scene rendered entirely in glowing ormolu. The white enamel dial keeps gentleman's hours above a swirling rococo base, and the whole ensemble shelters under a generous original glass dome on a black plinth. Pendulum, bell and key are all present, and yes, it still ticks along beautifully.

This is the sort of object that turns a mantelpiece into a conversation. It does not whisper. It performs.

Styling & Collectors Inspiration

An ormolu pendule wants company that flatters its golden glow without competing for the limelight. Pair it with our Antique French Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock Under Glass Dome for a matched garniture moment, then frame the arrangement with the Antique Oval Faceted Crystal Mirror with Ornate Gilt Frame to bounce the light around. A pair of Art Deco Marble and Onyx Lamps flanking the clock gives a warm, collected glow after dusk, while the Antique Spanish Madonna Statue nearby keeps the nineteenth century devotional mood alive. Browse the full cabinet of curiosities at our complete collection.

Details

• French pendule mantel clock, nineteenth century
• Body cast in bronze, fully fire-gilt (ormolu)
• Signed and marked with a bronze medal (Medaille Bronze)
• Figural scene of a seated youth among flowers on a rococo scrolled base
• White enamel dial with Roman numerals
• Comes with its glass dome and black plinth
• Pendulum, bell and winding key all present
• In working order
• Total height with dome 47 cm; base 40 x 20 cm, 4.5 cm high; dome 38 to 35 cm wide
• Origin: France

📦 Free Insured International Shipping

This item includes free insured worldwide shipping. Because of its weight and the fragile glass dome, it will be sent in two separate parcels and carefully packaged by our experienced team to ensure safe arrival.