V&A Marie-Antoinette Mantel Clock – Sèvres Style Porcelain & Gilt Bronze, Sunburst & Swag Decoration, 39cmAn impressive Sèvres-style porcelain mantel clock, designed in homage to the grandeur of Marie-Antoinette and the lavish artistry of 18th century French decorative arts. Produced for the Victoria & Albert Museum collection, this exquisite clock is a faithful reproduction of royal French style, blending deep cobalt blue porcelain with finely detailed gilt metal mounts.The case is richly decorated with beaded borders, laurel swags, and floral garlands, all framed within a lyre-shaped body crowned by a striking sunburst mask mount in the form of Apollo, a symbol often associated with Louis XIV and later adopted in Marie-Antoinette’s decorative commissions. The circular dial, surrounded by a gilt bezel with jewelled detail, features Roman numerals and delicate floral motifs, further enhancing its opulent character.Standing 39 cm high, this clock represents both an elegant statement piece and a tribute to French Neoclassical design. Its combination of artistry and fine craftsmanship makes it a decorative treasure suited for collectors of Sèvres porcelain, ormolu-mounted objets d’art, and museum-inspired decorative clocks.Key FeaturesDesign: “Marie-Antoinette” style, inspired by French royal decorative artsMaterial: Porcelain with rich cobalt blue ground and gilt metal mountsDecoration: Sunburst Apollo mask, laurel swags, floral garlands, beaded bordersDial: Roman numerals with floral motifs and V&A signatureHeight: 39 cmProvenance: Produced for the Victoria & Albert Museum collectionThe clock was functioning well; no guarantee is included.A statement piece of luxury interior décor and collectible clockmakingMarie Antoinette mantel clock, Sèvres-style porcelain clock, gilt bronze ormolu clock, cobalt blue porcelain mantelpiece clock, V&A Museum clock reproduction, French neoclassical decorative clock, ormolu-mounted porcelain clock, luxury antique-style clock, collectible French-style mantel clock, or Apollo sunburst clock.