{"product_id":"french-malachite-mantel-clock-by-vincenti-cie-paris-circa-1855","title":"French Malachite Mantel Clock by Vincenti \u0026 Cie, Paris, circa 1855","description":"This mid-19th-century French mantel clock, made by Vincenti \u0026amp; Cie, Paris, circa 1855, is clad entirely in richly figured malachite, selected for its intense emerald coloration and dramatic concentric banding. The stone is expertly cut and book-matched across the façade, creating a striking symmetrical pattern that emphasizes the natural beauty of the material.\r\n\r\nThe architectural case is conceived in a restrained Neoclassical manner, with plain upright pilasters flanking the dial and a stepped base and cornice providing subtle articulation. The purity of the form allows the malachite itself to serve as the principal decorative element—an approach characteristic of high-quality Parisian hardstone clocks of the period.\r\n\r\nThe circular white enamel dial, signed Vincenti \u0026amp; Cie, Paris, is set within a finely finished gilt-bronze bezel and fitted with Roman numerals and blued-steel hands. Two winding apertures indicate an eight-day movement with hour and half-hour strike, consistent with Vincenti’s well-regarded production. The firm, one of the most important French clock manufacturers of the mid-19th century, was renowned for supplying reliable, finely finished movements to the luxury trade.\r\n\r\nWhile malachite clocks are often associated with imperial Russian production, French examples such as this reflect a distinct Parisian tradition: the combination of imported hardstone, precision horology, and sober classical design intended for elegant interiors. This clock stands as an outstanding example of French hardstone craftsmanship and mid-century taste.\r\n\r\nDimensions:\r\n14 in. high × 12 in. wide × 6.5 in. deep","brand":"Creel and Gow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48267558125816,"sku":"DEC5_M","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/6389\/0680\/files\/2-2_16958fcf-b2f8-4864-b26b-c1878e9e0bee.jpg?v=1777023352","url":"https:\/\/www.creelandgow.com\/products\/french-malachite-mantel-clock-by-vincenti-cie-paris-circa-1855","provider":"Creel and Gow","version":"1.0","type":"link"}