{"product_id":"antique-french-gilt-spelter-mantel-clock-76402","title":"Antique French Mantel Clock","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique Gilt Spelter Figural Mantel Clock with Glass Dome — Circa Late 19th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderful antique European figural mantel clock featuring an extraordinarily detailed pastoral scene beneath a tall glass dome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gilt spelter case depicts a country gentleman or farmer standing beside a windmill, surrounded by wheat, foliage and beautifully modeled ornamental details. The clock is incorporated directly into the pastoral composition, creating an especially charming example of the elaborate decorative mantel clocks popular during the Victorian era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white dial features elegant black Roman numerals and traditional hands surrounded by a gilt beaded bezel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow, an exceptionally ornate Rococo Revival-style base is decorated with scrolling foliage, flowers and architectural ornament. The entire composition rests upon a black ebonized base beneath its fitted glass dome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clock retains its pendulum and winding key.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fantastic statement antique for a mantel, library, console, sideboard or collected European-inspired interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Antique mechanical mantel clock\u003cbr\u003e\n• Circa late 19th century, approximately 1870–1900\u003cbr\u003e\n• Gilt spelter \/ cast metal case\u003cbr\u003e\n• Figural pastoral scene\u003cbr\u003e\n• Windmill, wheat and agricultural motifs\u003cbr\u003e\n• Roman numeral dial\u003cbr\u003e\n• Ornate Rococo Revival-style decoration\u003cbr\u003e\n• Mechanical movement\u003cbr\u003e\n• Pendulum present\u003cbr\u003e\n• Winding key included\u003cbr\u003e\n• Fitted glass dome\u003cbr\u003e\n• Black ebonized base\u003cbr\u003e\n• Approx. 12\"W x 13\"H\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful antique condition with wear consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gilt surface displays expected patina, oxidation, rubbing and finish variation. These characteristics are consistent with the age of the piece and contribute to its antique appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial displays some fine age-related lines\/wear visible upon close inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe glass dome appears intact and presents beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease examine all photographs closely for condition and details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMOVEMENT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clock retains its mechanical movement, pendulum and winding key.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOT TESTED: The movement has not been professionally inspected or serviced and its working condition is not guaranteed. It is being sold as an antique decorative object with its existing movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAGE \/ ATTRIBUTION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clock appears consistent with late-19th-century European production. It was acquired as an antique French-style gilt spelter mantel clock. No definitive maker attribution has yet been established, so we have chosen to describe the piece conservatively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pastoral windmill subject, elaborate gilt case and glass-dome presentation make this an especially decorative example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoselli Vintage\u003cbr\u003e\nCurated antiques, vintage furniture and distinctive objects for collected interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boselli Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45918685659271,"sku":null,"price":895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/6704\/5767\/files\/il_fullxfull.8612958389_aobo.jpg?v=1790144838","url":"https:\/\/bosellivintage.com\/products\/antique-french-gilt-spelter-mantel-clock-76402","provider":"Boselli Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}