Description
Oval Shape Table Clock with Brass Bracket
From our European Ceramics collection, we are delighted to offer this Sevres Style Porcelain Table Clock.
The clock is crafted in an oval porcelain plaque mounted in crisp cast ormolu. The bleu céleste ground is enriched with gilded floral swags and a central hand-painted romantic scene depicting a maiden playing the flute beside cupid. The scene is bordered by a gilt frame set with enamelled jewels in white and red. Above sits the painted dial with black Roman numerals, floral motifs and an ormolu bezel. The clock houses an eight-day pocket watch movement concealed within the ormolu frame.
The Sevres Style Porcelain Table Clock dates to the Belle Époque period, circa 1880.
SEVRES (MANUFACTURE NATIONALE DE SÈVRES)
Sèvres porcelain, founded in 1740 as the Vincennes manufactory and relocated to Sèvres in 1756, became France’s royal porcelain factory under Louis XV and Madame de Pompadour. Renowned for its innovation, rich colours, and refined decoration, Sèvres produced both soft- and hard-paste porcelain, supplying Europe’s elite and serving as a key diplomatic gift of the French crown. Today, Sèvres remains one of Europe’s most celebrated porcelain names.
For further information see our makers and retailers page on Sèvres Porcelain (Manufacture nationale de Sèvres).
Porcelain
first developed in China over a thousand years ago, became the most prestigious ceramic material for both functional and decorative use. Valued for its strength, whiteness, and translucency, it was exported worldwide and inspired production across Japan, Korea, and Europe. Collectors prize porcelain for its artistry, cultural significance, and enduring influence on design.
For further information see our article The History of Porcelain: From Ancient Origins to Global Influence.
ORMOLU
is the technique of applying finely ground, high-carat gold–mercury amalgam to an object of bronze. The mercury is driven off in a kiln leaving behind a gold coating. The French refer to this technique as bronze doré and in English it is often referred to as gilt bronze. It is a finishing technique which adds an overall gold look to any object without the massive cost and impracticality of making an object out of solid gold. Mercury was outlawed in the 1830’s in France however it was still used until the early 1900s.
BELLE EPOQUE
is a period of French, Belgian and European history. It began in the early 1870’s and to ended with the outbreak of World War I in 1914.
MEASUREMENTS
18.5cm high x 15cm Wide x 3.5cm Deep (7.3 x 5.9 x 1.4 Inches)
CONDITION
Excellent antique condition, wear consistent with age
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