{"product_id":"french-ormolu-pediment-fragment-salvaged-clock-mount","title":"French Ormolu Pediment Fragment | Salvaged Clock Mount","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA small fragment, once part of something larger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis decorative gilt-metal mount appears to be a salvaged French pediment or crest, likely removed from a clock case, casket, jewelry box, or other ornamental object. Its openwork scrolls and central cartouche retain the romantic, architectural quality often found in late 19th- and early 20th-century French decorative arts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlong the reverse is a narrow built-in ledge, allowing the piece to rest upright as a sculptural object. Though its original purpose has been lost to time, it now stands beautifully on its own as a study in form and ornament.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollected slowly and chosen for its quiet presence, this fragment works especially well:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResting atop a stack of antique books\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyled in a cabinet of curiosities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsed as a decorative accent beneath a small framed photograph\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncorporated into mixed-media or assemblage art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdded to a collection of architectural salvage and ormolu fragments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe surface shows age-related wear, soft patina, and areas of finish variation consistent with its history. These details are part of its charm and are reflected in the photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 4” wide x 1” tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear and patina. Stands upright using the attached rear ledge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA quiet remnant of French ornament—small in scale, but rich in character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shop of Old","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44601185992839,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/9345\/6775\/files\/9779930A-C5B2-43EC-A7DE-4B95EA18612A.png?v=1778808467","url":"https:\/\/shopofold.com\/products\/french-ormolu-pediment-fragment-salvaged-clock-mount","provider":"Shop of Old","version":"1.0","type":"link"}