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19th Century French Porcelain Clock Set
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for sale €1,112     $1,207
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19th Century French Porcelain Clock Set

19th century
For Sale by Elmgarden
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19th Century French Porcelain Clock Set

The clock is housed in a beautiful Porcelain case decorated with blue flowers and has a pair of accompanying vases, the clock movement is working but could probably do with cleaning.

The ceramics are all in good undamaged condition however there are hairline cracks when closely examined, the clock is 9” high and 6” x 4”

HW115

Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this French Porcelain Clock Set to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
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SA1159886
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HW15
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19th Century French Porcelain Clock Set
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The clock is housed in a beautiful Porcelain case decorated with blue flowers and has a pair of accompanying vases, the clock movement is working but could probably do with cleaning.
Elmgarden

The ceramics are all in good undamaged condition however there are hairline cracks when closely examined, the clock is 9” high and 6” x 4”

HW115

Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this French Porcelain Clock Set to the 19th Century.

Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
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SA1159886
Dealers Internal Ref
HW15
Elmgarden
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A three-piece French porcelain clock garniture set featuring a central rectangular mantel clock flanked by two matching side vases decorated with blue floral patterns and cobalt blue gilded borders.
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Archive I A three-piece French porcelain clock garniture set featuring a central rectangular mantel clock flanked by two matching side vases decorated with blue floral patterns and cobalt blue gilded borders.

19th Century French Porcelain Clock Set

Archive II A three-piece French porcelain clock garniture set featuring a central rectangular mantel clock flanked by two matching side vases decorated with blue floral patterns and cobalt blue gilded borders. View II
Archive III A three-piece French porcelain clock garniture set featuring a central rectangular mantel clock flanked by two matching side vases decorated with blue floral patterns and cobalt blue gilded borders. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A three-piece French porcelain clock garniture set featuring a central rectangular mantel clock flanked by two matching side vases decorated with blue floral patterns and cobalt blue gilded borders.
Archive V A three-piece French porcelain clock garniture set featuring a central rectangular mantel clock flanked by two matching side vases decorated with blue floral patterns and cobalt blue gilded borders. View V
Archive VI A three-piece French porcelain clock garniture set featuring a central rectangular mantel clock flanked by two matching side vases decorated with blue floral patterns and cobalt blue gilded borders. View VI
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A three-piece French porcelain clock garniture set featuring a central rectangular mantel clock flanked by two matching side vases decorated with blue floral patterns and cobalt blue gilded borders.
19th Century French Porcelain Clock Set
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A three-piece French porcelain clock garniture set featuring a central rectangular mantel clock flanked by two matching side vases decorated with blue floral patterns and cobalt blue gilded borders.
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  • ObjectClock Garniture
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century French
  • MaterialPorcelain, Brass, Glass
  • ColourBlue and White
  • MotifsFloral motifs, Cobalt blue borders, Gilded trim, Arabic numerals
  • SizeH 22 cm (9 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

This nineteenth-century French porcelain clock garniture set comprises a central rectangular mantel clock flanked by two matching side vases. The pieces are finished with a white glaze featuring blue floral patterns, accented by cobalt blue borders, gilded trim and brass hardware around the clock face, which displays black Arabic numerals. The ceramics show hairline cracks upon close examination, and the working clock movement would benefit from cleaning. The clock stands 22 cm high, 15 cm wide and 10 cm deep. This three-piece arrangement suits display on a mantelpiece or shelf in a living room, study or bedroom within a traditional home interior.

FAQs

A porcelain clock garniture is a decorative set comprising a central mantel clock flanked by two matching porcelain vases or urns. Popularised in nineteenth-century France, these sets were designed as symmetrical decorative ensembles specifically for display on fireplace mantelpieces.

These clock sets were crafted using glazed hard-paste ceramic or porcelain, frequently finished with cobalt blue glazes, hand-painted floral motifs, and gilded accents. The internal clockwork mechanisms were constructed from brass and steel with enamelled dial plates.

Authentic pieces usually feature stamped French clockmaker movements, such as those by Vincenti or Japy Freres, visible on the rear brass backplate. Additionally, inspect the porcelain for hand-painted details rather than modern transfer prints, along with natural age-related patination on the brass and gilding.

Place the clock at the centre of a fireplace mantelpiece, sideboard, or console table, arranging the two matching side vases symmetrically on either side. Balancing the set against clean architectural lines or modern artwork creates an engaging contrast between contemporary and classical styles.

Dust the porcelain exterior regularly using a dry microfiber cloth or soft brush, avoiding water or chemical cleansers that could damage the gilding. Mechanical movements require periodic servicing by a professional horologist to ensure accurate timekeeping and proper lubrication.
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