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Antique French gilt Bronze Cartel Clock
often dating from the late 19th to early 20th century
Material: Typically constructed from gilded bronze
French Rococo Revival miniature cartel clock
historical 18th-century style popularized under Louis XV, which saw a massive resurgence in high-quality craftsmanship during the late 19th and early 20th centuries
The Paste Gem Border: Framing the clock dial with a ring of inset clear rhinestones (paste gems) is a typical hallmark of high-end cartel d’alcôve (bedroom or boudoir) pieces from this period, designed to catch and glimmer in ambient light.
