The restoration of exceptional clocks

The restoration of the clocks from the Petit Trianon or the Grand Trianon is made possible thanks to patronage.

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The Trianon clocks, exceptional masterpieces 

Intended for Marie-Antoinette in the Petit Trianon or gifted to Napoleon I^st and the Empress to furnish their apartments of the Grand Trianon, these clocks are now undergoing comprehensive restoration.

The selection of material and their ornamental sophistication bear witness to the exceptional craftsmanship required for the creation of these clocks, marrying the greatest scientific rigor with aesthetic care to turn these pieces into true decorative elements.

For the first part of this campaign, eight of these outstanding time measuring instruments have been patroned.

Four clocks are located in the Petit Trianon : the Eaglet clock, the Pyramid clock, the Ancient alter clock and the Sphinx clock. The four other clocks belong to the Grand Trianon : the Urania clock, the Pendulum cage clock, the Crystal clock and "Le Point du jour". 

Clocks looking for a patron

By adopting a clock, you enable the restoration of unique pieces and take part in preserving unique technical craftsmanship.

we thank our patrons

The preservation of the precious heritage of the Palace of Versailles and Trianon is made possible thanks to the commitment of our patrons!

The story continues : new masterpieces are under review for an upcoming restoration.

For more information, please contact the Patronage Department:

By phone: +33 (0)1 30 83 77 40

By email: mecenat@chateauversailles.fr