Why You’ll Love It
An exceptional example of late 19th-century Viennese craftsmanship, this exquisite working miniature table clock is fashioned from richly gilded bronze and adorned with a finely hand-painted enamel plaque, it is both a timepiece and a decorative work of art. The sculptural case is overflowing with elaborate scrolling acanthus leaves, shell motifs, and graceful Rococo ornamentation. Playful winged cherubs (putti) climb and support the central frame. At the heart of the clock rests a beautifully hand-painted polychrome porcelain enamel medallion depicting a romantic scène galante—an idyllic 18th-century courtship scene with elegantly dressed figures in a pastoral landscape. Above it sits a crisp white enamel dial featuring Roman numerals, delicate gold hour markers, and blued steel hands, all housed within an ornate gilded bezel. It retains its original key-wound mechanical movement.
A lovely piece to display in a grand dollhouse salon or an elegant French drawing room.
Details
Materials: Bronze, enamels
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 5¼" tall × 3⅜" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Artisan, unsigned
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The clock, as shown only. Other accessories and dolls shown are for staging purposes.
A Note About Value
Every miniature we offer has been carefully evaluated for its craftsmanship, rarity, condition, provenance, and collectibility. Many of the artisan pieces we sell are one-of-a-kind works that may never appear on the market again. While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.
Our pricing reflects the miniature's place within today's collector market and the years we've spent studying the artists, histories, and values that make these tiny works of art so special.
A Commitment to Research
Every miniature has a story, and uncovering it is one of our greatest passions. We carefully research each piece, but unsigned or illegible works can remain mysteries. If you can identify an artist or provide additional information, we'd be delighted to hear from you and will gladly update the listing to preserve their legacy.
