Louis XV Spelter Figural Clock

A French patinated spelter figural clock, 19th century, in the…
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A French patinated spelter figural clock, 19th century, in the Louis XV manner, the figurine of 'La Cueillette' by Cadet and an adjacent clock on a decorative pillar with wreath and ribbon embellishments both mounted on a marble base with rococo metal feet, the porcelain dial with handpainted floral sprigs and gilt surround; sculptor's cartouche to base. Height 39 cm. Width 29 cm. Depth 16 cm

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  • Spelter - Spelter was the name given to an alloy of zinc and brass or copper used in the 19th century for statuary and lighting. It is a brittle bluish-white metal. It was used as a cheap replacement for bronze, but being brittle easily breaks and can't be repaired. When finished it can often be mistaken for bronze, but if discreet a scratch on the base displays shows a greyish colour, the metal is spelter, if a golden colour the metal is most likely bronze.
  • Cartouche - An ornamental panel in the form of of a shield, oval or rectangular scroll with curling edges. It may be carved into the back of a chair or the top of a sideboard, or present on a piece of silver or jewellery, and contain the initials of the original owner, heraldic symbols, or some other inscription, such as the details of a presentation.

    In ceramics the term defines the central area of a vase or similar with a decorative border in one of the shapes above, into which a decorative scene or figures have been painted.

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