{"product_id":"rococo-gilt-cartel-wall-clock-pierced-scrollwork-pendulum-drop","title":"Rococo Gilt Cartel Wall Clock — Pierced Scrollwork Frame with Pendulum Drop","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Inspiration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cartel clock — a form born in the ateliers of eighteenth-century Paris — was never merely a timekeeping device. Hung high on a salon wall, it was a declaration: here is a household that understands beauty. This handcrafted Rococo cartel wall clock faithfully reproduces the tradition of the French cartel pendule in all its pierced, scrolling, asymmetric glory. The elongated silhouette — loop hanger at the crown, clock body at centre, teardrop pendulum drop below — creates a vertical rhythm on the wall that draws the eye upward and holds it there.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe entire case is cast in solid brass and finished in a warm gilded tone, with the characteristic warmth that distinguishes quality casting from painted imitation. Every element of the pierced frame — the interlocking C-scrolls, the acanthus leaf cresting at the top, the foliate cartouche pendant below — has been individually worked and hand-finished. The openwork lattice of the neck and the perforated surround of the clock face allow light to pass through, casting delicate gold-toned shadows against the wall behind. The clock face itself presents Arabic numerals on an aged cream dial, with slender black hour and minute hands and a red seconds hand — a subtle nod to the period's watchmaking tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a weight of 4 kg, this clock carries the satisfying substance of properly cast brass. The slim vertical profile makes it ideal for installation on a narrow wall panel, between two windows, or above a console table where vertical emphasis is needed. The single hanging loop at the crown requires only a single wall hook for secure installation, and minimal assembly is needed to complete the fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduced in the workshops of Brass \u0026amp; Wood in Egypt, this cartel clock continues the tradition of the French royal clockmakers — interpreted through the skilled hands of Egyptian craftsmen who work in cast metal with genuine attention to period detail. Each piece is individually finished, which means minor surface variations are a hallmark of handwork, not a flaw. Customization in finish color is available, allowing this clock to be specified in gold, silver, or antique gold to suit any interior scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a cartel clock?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA cartel clock is a wall-mounted clock in an ornate case, originating in 18th-century France. Unlike mantel clocks that sit on a surface, cartel clocks hang directly on the wall and are prized for their decorative cases as much as their function as timepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat movement does this clock use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis clock uses a quartz movement, offering accurate, battery-operated timekeeping that requires no winding. This combines the visual grandeur of a classical case with the reliability of modern movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this clock be customized?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. This piece is available in multiple brass finish options — Gold, Silver, and Antique Gold — and customization requests can be discussed with the Brass \u0026amp; Wood team directly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brass \u0026 Wood","offers":[{"title":"Gold","offer_id":49186316222715,"sku":"WALWOO9645-gold","price":6400.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver","offer_id":49186316255483,"sku":"WALWOO9645-silver","price":6400.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Antique Gold","offer_id":49186316288251,"sku":"WALWOO9645-antique-gold","price":5550.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/0563\/7883\/files\/rococo-gilt-cartel-wall-clock-pierced-scrollwork-detail.png?v=1786877422","url":"https:\/\/brassandwood.co\/products\/rococo-gilt-cartel-wall-clock-pierced-scrollwork-pendulum-drop","provider":"Brass \u0026 Wood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}