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Antique & Huge Hand Carved Wall Clock by Parisian Top Makers Guéret Frères 1860s
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One of a kind wall clock by world famous Parisian makers and master carvers.
This antique oak wall clock was all handcrafted and handcarved by the world famous Guéret Frères. This firm was founded in 1853 and continued in production until the end of the 19th century. From 1855 onwards Guéret Frères exhibited regularly at the great international exhibitions and often won medals. It was particularly noted for its carved furniture and with pieces held in the collections of some of the most prominent museums in the world their superior craftsmanship is still recognized today. The Victoria and Albert Museum in London have a cabinet from the exact same period as this stunning clock. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York owns a stunning antique clock that was designed by Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (French). This clock comes with a mechanism by Cartier and it too was all hand carved by Guéret Frères. Apart from a few minor imperfections this unique, large, impressive and meaningful wall clock is in excellent condition. At some point in time however, the original clock mechanism was removed (as shown in image 12 and 13) and it has been replaced with a simple, yet practical, battery operated time mechanism via which it now runs perfectly and silently and without striking. We know this is not ideal (from a purist collector's perspective), but you only very rarely get a chance to own a piece by a 19th century maker of whom even the curators of some of the most prominent museums in the world are so impressed that they still have their work on perminent display today.
Thusfar we 'only' spoke about the uniqueness, the large size, the beauty and the quality of the workmanship of this impressive antique wall clock. But when it comes to the work of all great designers/makers/artists then there always is that extra layer that takes their work to another level. That extra layer ofcourse is the deeper meaning of their work and what they (the makers) try to leave behind in the world of today and tomorrow. This antique truly is laced with symbolism and many of the symbols that are incorporated here touch the essence of our existence. Both the two dragon-like gargoyles atop AND the typical yet unique French grotesque masks have been attributed with the power to ward off evil spirits. The bird's nest on the left of the putto sculptures represents the security and safety of a home. The torch on the opposite side of the bird's nest stands for hope and chances. Just like it does in the hands of Lady Liberty. The putto are winged infants who either play the role of angelic spirits in religious works or who act as instruments of profane love. Finally, the many and beautifully detailed fruit carvings, like human life, are intended to portray the transient nature related to our existence. We come into existence and we know that our time on earth is limited. And with fruits having such a short 'shelf life' they are the perfect symbol for the nature of all things physical. At the center of all these life-symbols there is ofcourse the timepiece, the clock. And we feel this is the artist's / maker's way of communicating to us to use our time on earth well.
With the original clock mechanism not being there anymore that does ofcourse affect the value and we therefor are asking thousands less than we could and would had it been there too. Mind you, our fair price for this one of a kind and top quality carved wall clock includes perfect packing (in a custom made box) and also worldwide shipping from our store to your door within 4 to 6 workdays.
Maximum height x width x depth: 39 x 24.4 x 5.9 inches.
We have a passion for the unique, for quality, for stylish yet practical and for craftsmanship of years gone by. Your purchases will be extremely well packaged and we look forward to serving you (again).
- Creator:Guéret Frères (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 39 in (99.06 cm)Width: 24.4 in (61.98 cm)Depth: 5.9 in (14.99 cm)
- Style:Neoclassical Revival (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1860-1870
- Condition:Replacements made: The battery operated 'clock mechanism' is a replacement. Please also read our item description. Wear consistent with age and use. Please also read our item description.
- Seller Location:Lisse, NL
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