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French Alabaster & Gilt Bronze Clock Garniture with Candelabra, c.1870

$3,341.96
£2,425
€2,878.13
CA$4,624.18
A$4,638.74
CHF 2,708.97
MX$56,477.98
NOK 31,106.64
SEK 32,035.01
DKK 21,513.34

About the Item

An impressive French three-piece clock garniture dating to circa 1870, comprising a substantial alabaster mantel clock accompanied by a matching pair of four-light candelabra. Designed in the Neoclassical and Grecian Revival taste, the architectural clock case is constructed in pale alabaster and enriched with finely detailed gilt-metal mounts. Classical ornament, including prominent lion-mask embellishments, provides a striking contrast against the softly figured stone. The circular enamel dial is detailed with Roman numerals and twin winding apertures, housing a traditional eight-day movement designed to strike on a bell. Comparable French clock garnitures combining architectural cases, Roman-numeral dials and multi-light candelabra were fashionable during the Second Empire period around 1870. The accompanying candelabra are conceived en suite, each rising from an alabaster base and supporting an elegant arrangement of four scrolling gilt-metal candle branches. Together, the three pieces create the balanced symmetry traditionally associated with grand 19th-century mantel garnitures. The combination of alabaster, classical ornament and gilded metalwork gives the set considerable decorative presence, making it particularly suited to a formal drawing room, entrance hall, library or period mantelpiece. A handsome example of French Second Empire decorative arts, combining horology, sculptural ornament and classical revival design in an impressive coordinated ensemble. Origin France Materials Alabaster, gilt metal / bronze, enamel dial and clock movement Measurements Clock – Height: approx. 45 cm Clock – Width: approx. 30 cm Clock – Depth: approx. 15 cm Candelabra – Height: approx. 48 cm each Candelabra – Width: approx. 25 cm each Candelabra – Depth: approx. 15 cm each Period Circa 1870, Napoleon III / Second Empire Period We ship internationally, tracked.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 5.91 in (15 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Alabaster,Bronze,Enamel
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    ca. 1870
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Nottingham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9003251440192

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