ROCOCO WALL MOUNTED CLOCK

Height 118 cm

/ 46.5 in

Width 48 cm

/ 18.9 in

Length 28 cm

/ 11.0 in

WC520

Description

This striking wall-mounted cartel clock and its accompanying bracket represent the transition into a more structured, neoclassical elegance, moving away from the wild, uninhibited curves of the earlier Rococo period. The case is a tour-de-force of fine cabinetry, featuring a deep, luminous veneer,likely mahogany or a rich fruitwood-that provides a sophisticated, restrained backdrop for the meticulously cast fire-gilded ormolu mounts.

The design is centered on the harmonious interplay between the circular clock face and the geometric lines of the case. The dial itself, with its individual white enamel cartouches and bold Roman numerals, is set within an ormolu bezel that is framed by a delicate, bead-and-reel molding. A prominent feature is the central ormolu mount below the dial, which showcases a highly detailed, idealized female mask surrounded by radiant, symmetrical acanthus foliage, providing a sense of classical order and balance that is hallmark to the period.

The clock is crowned by a finely modeled ormolu cockerel, a symbol that adds a touch of traditional, almost heraldic grace to the apex of the piece. The bracket is equally refined, echoing the primary motifs of the main body with its own sweeping foliate flourishes and a central, perfectly balanced ornament that emphasizes the clock’s verticality and architectural poise. Every element, from the rhythmic, repeating patterns of the ormolu to the crisp, defined edges of the case, demonstrates a master craftsman’s commitment to symmetry, clarity, and the enduring principles of classical beauty.

It is a sophisticated, highly curated object that would have served as the focal point of a well-appointed room, projecting an image of stable, refined taste. By combining the warmth of the wood veneer with the dazzling, precise application of gold-leaf bronze, the maker has created a timepiece that is both functional and profoundly decorative-a testament to an age where the domestic interior was considered a space for the display of human artistry and the sophisticated measurement of time.

Details of the movement mechanism: Eight days there is a pendulum hanging. He struck an hour and a half on the bell. The clock is working great and tot. And it was recently cleaned and serviced by a professional clockmaker. The clock is delivered complete with, key and bell.

Country of Origin

Height 118 cm

/ 46.5 in

Width 48 cm

/ 18.9 in

Length 28 cm

/ 11.0 in

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