Achille Brocot — A French Masterpiece

Description

This exceptional mantle clock by Achille Brocot embodies the refinement of late 19th-century French horology. Crafted during a period where decorative artistry met mechanical precision, the piece reflects a world where objects were created not only to function, but to impress, to endure, and to be remembered.

Achille Brocot (1850–1889) was among the most respected names in French clockmaking, known for precision engineering and refined decorative cases. By the 1880s, French mantel clocks had reached their peak, combining porcelain artistry with advanced mechanical movements.

Collector Notes

Signed porcelain panels (high collector value)
Silver gilt case with jeweled detailing
8-day striking movement
Recognized Brocot A*B mark
Strong decorative and investment piece

Full Specifications

Maker: Achille Brocot
Origin: France
Era: Circa 1885
Case: Silver gilt with handled bowl and acorn finials
Panels: Signed porcelain (front and convex side panels)
Details: Red jeweled decoration
Movement: 8-day duration, striking on bell (hours & half-hours)
Mark: A*B (Brocot)
Height: 40 cm
Width: 23 cm
Depth: 13 cm