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C19th French Gilded Ormolu Clock Set.
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
for sale €4,446     $4,826
£3,800
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C19th French Gilded Ormolu Clock Set.

19th century
Description

A French late 19th Century Louis XVI style gilded ormolu clock set. The clock having a classical urn mounted to the top, Lion mask drop handles either side of the clock, white enamel Roman numerals, an eight day duration movement, striking on the hour and half hour. Scrolling foliate, egg and dart moulding, raised on claw feet.

The pair of matching five branch candelabra, with Lion mask, urn and claw feet.

Clock; 62cm high x 29cm wide x 29cm deep

Candelabra; 62cm high x 35cm wide x 27cm deep

Batch 83 N/H

Physical Dimensions
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Declaration

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this French Ormolu Clock Set to the 19th Century.

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SA1134750
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SKU00002525
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A French late 19th Century Louis XVI style gilded ormolu clock set.
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The clock having a classical urn mounted to the top, Lion mask drop handles either side of the clock, white enamel Roman numerals, an eight day duration movement, striking on the hour and half hour.
Patrick Moorhead Antiques

Scrolling foliate, egg and dart moulding, raised on claw feet.

The pair of matching five branch candelabra, with Lion mask, urn and claw feet.

Clock; 62cm high x 29cm wide x 29cm deep

Candelabra; 62cm high x 35cm wide x 27cm deep

Batch 83 N/H

Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this French Ormolu Clock Set to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1134750
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00002525
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2018

Patrick moorhead has been one of the uk's finest trade-only antique furniture and art dealers for over 30 years.

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A 19th-century French gilt bronze clock garniture set comprising a central square clock topped with an urn, flanked by two matching multi-arm candelabras.
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Archive I A 19th-century French gilt bronze clock garniture set comprising a central square clock topped with an urn, flanked by two matching multi-arm candelabras.

C19th French Gilded ormolu Clock set.

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A 19th-century French gilt bronze clock garniture set comprising a central square clock topped with an urn, flanked by two matching multi-arm candelabras.
C19th French Gilded ormolu Clock set.
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A 19th-century French gilt bronze clock garniture set comprising a central square clock topped with an urn, flanked by two matching multi-arm candelabras.
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A French clock garniture is a decorative set originating in the 18th century, comprising a central mantel clock flanked by two matching side pieces, such as candelabras or ornamental vases. Designed to decorate classical fireplaces, these sets were prominent features of formal French interiors throughout the 19th century.

Ormolu clock sets are constructed using gilt bronze, produced by applying a gold-mercury amalgam to cast bronze mounts. The clock face frequently features enamel enamel cartouches with Roman numerals, while the movement is contained within a heavy bronze or brass case.

Authentic pieces exhibit detailed hand-chased casting, age-appropriate wear to the gilding, and stamped horological movement numbers on the backplate. The reverse side of gilt bronze mounts typically shows unpolished casting marks and traditional hand-threaded assembly screws.

Place the three-piece set symmetrically along a mantelpiece or a sleek sideboard top to serve as an architectural focal point. The metallic finish creates effective visual contrast when offset by contemporary minimalist walls or dark timber joinery.

Dust the surface regularly using a soft, dry brush or microfiber cloth, avoiding liquid polishes or chemical cleansers that erode the gilding. Mechanical clock movements should be serviced periodically by a professional horologist to ensure proper function.
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