Rococo Brass & Crystal Globe Stand Clock with Openwork Foliate Frame

Design & Inspiration

Time, in the hands of Rococo artisans, was never merely functional — it was a spectacle. This handcrafted brass stand clock channels the exuberant spirit of 18th-century French decorative arts, where the clockmaker's workshop met the goldsmith's atelier. The piece rises in three distinct acts: a square cast-brass plinth engraved with scrolling acanthus and mask cartouches at its corners; a shapely turned brass stem anchoring a spherical engraved crystal globe that catches and refracts ambient light; and crowning it all, an openwork cast-brass frame of flowing rocaille scrolls, acanthus foliage, and a central palmette finial encircling the white quartz dial. The result is a luxury table clock that commands attention in any formal interior.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Every component of this classical European clock replica is produced by skilled Egyptian artisans using time-honoured casting and finishing techniques. The structural framework — plinth, stem, scrolled lateral volutes, and the elaborately openwork dial surround — is cast from solid brass and hand-finished to achieve a richly luminous surface. The spherical globe centrepiece is crafted from hand-engraved crystal, its surface worked in a dense geometric and floral pattern that transforms the stem into a decorative object in its own right. The quartz movement behind the white chapter ring ensures reliable, battery-powered timekeeping with minimal maintenance, marrying classical grandeur with contemporary convenience.

Dimensions & Details

Weighing 4 kg, this stand clock carries the satisfying visual and physical weight of a genuine heirloom piece. The bold proportions of the scrolled brass frame, the spherical crystal globe, and the ornately carved plinth are calibrated to create a balanced, upright silhouette suited to a mantelpiece, console table, reception desk, or library shelf. The quartz movement drives slender black hands across a clean white Arabic-numeral dial, with a sweep second hand in red for precision. Brass colour options are available across the range.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Brass & Wood is proud to craft every piece in our Egyptian workshops, where artisans trained in classical European decorative traditions bring heirloom-quality replicas to life. This Rococo brass and crystal stand clock is assembled by hand, with each casting inspected, hand-finished, and fitted with care. Our commitment is to deliver not merely a timepiece, but a sculptural conversation piece — an object that tells the story of European craftsmanship filtered through the skill and passion of Egyptian hands. Custom brass finishes are available upon request.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this clock made from?

The stand clock is constructed from solid cast brass (frame, plinth, and stem components) and hand-engraved crystal (the spherical globe). The movement is a reliable quartz mechanism. There is no wood in this piece.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — the clock is delivered in protective packaging with components that connect simply and securely. No specialist tools are needed.

Can the brass finish be customised?

Yes. This clock is available in multiple brass finishes including Gold, Silver, and Antique Gold. Please select your preferred variant, or contact our team for bespoke finishing requests.