Console clock (3) - Art Deco Marble/ Onyx - 1930-1940

Important French Art Deco Clock with Two Cassolettes – Antelopes – Onyx / green and cream marble – 1930 Description: A very beautiful French Art Deco mantel garniture, consisting of a substantial mantel clock adorned with an imposing sculpture depicting two stylized antelopes, with the elegant, dynamic lines characteristic of Art Deco animal sculpture. The sculpture has a black patinated finish and is accompanied by two matching cassolettes. Condition and restoration: The set is presented in antique condition, with normal signs of use and aging. Please note that one of the two cassolettes has undergone an old restoration. Some of the stone panels have been reassembled and reglued. Four small fixing screws are currently missing. Despite this restoration, the panels are currently held together and the cassolette retains its structure and decorative appearance. Signs of restoration, old repairs, small cracks, marks, stains, and irregularities are visible on some of the stone panels. The clock also shows signs of age and use, particularly on the dial and metal parts. These flaws are visible in the photographs. The stone has been carefully cleaned, without attempting to remove all traces and patina associated with its age. The set features a remarkable geometric composition typical of Art Deco, made from a highly decorative combination of veined cream stone/onyx and green onyx, with patinated metal elements. The animal is depicted in motion, with an elongated body, outstretched legs, and two long ivory-colored horns. The sculpture has a black patinated finish and appears to be made of patinated cast metal, probably spelter. The horns are ivory/cream colored. The clock base is particularly decorative, composed of several geometric stone/onyx elements in shades of white, cream, beige, and green, with beautiful natural veining. The stepped construction and geometric lines enhance its Art Deco character. The geometrically shaped, trapezoidal dial has stylized black numerals and markers, along with a metal border. It is complemented by Art Deco-style hands. At the back is a manual-winding mechanical movement with a bell-striking mechanism. The movement and its brass bell are visible in the photographs. A numerical mark is present on the movement; it strikes once every half hour and several times on the hour. The two matching cassolettes echo the same geometric architecture and materials as the clock. They complement the garniture harmoniously and form a particularly decorative set with it. Dimensions and weight Clock: Length: 54.5 cm Depth: 12.5 cm Height: 32 cm Weight: 14 kg Each cassolette: Height: 28 cm Width: 12 cm Weight: 3.582 kg Approximate total weight of the set: 21.164 kg. Condition Antique condition, with signs of use and aging consistent with the age of the set. The marble and onyx have a few small marks, soiling, and signs of use. The sculpture's black patina also shows some wear on the raised areas. The dial shows wear and losses to some numerals/markers, clearly visible in the photographs. The cassolettes also show signs of age and use. Nevertheless, the set retains a very beautiful decorative presence, with a superb contrast between the light onyx, green onyx, and black sculpture. Information: Period: circa 1925–1935 Estimated date: circa 1930 Origin: France Style: Art Deco Type: Mantel garniture Composition: clock + two cassolettes Movement: manual-winding mechanical, with striking mechanism. The set will be shipped in 2 parcels for added safety. Carefully shipped with insurance and tracking.

Stima:450€

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