French Clock Garniture Set 1900 - 1920

Name: Fine Antique French Onyx and Gilt Bronze Three-piece Mantel Clock Set
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1188489
Price: 1650 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectMantel Clocks
Period1900 - 1920
StyleFrench Belle Epoque
MaterialOnyx, Gilt Bronze, Glass, Enamel
ColourGreen and Gold
MotifsCherub figures, Sunburst pendulum, Urn garnitures, Floral enamel dial
SizeH 49 cm (19 in) x W 26 cm (10 in) x D 16 cm (6 in)

This French Belle Epoque three-piece mantel clock set from 1900 comprises a central glazed architectural mantel clock and a matching pair of side urn vases, executed in richly veined green onyx with gilt and patinated bronze mounts. The clock features a white enamel dial with floral accents, Arabic numerals, and gilt hands, backed by a visible sunburst pendulum with a central mask face, and is surmounted by patinated bronze cherub figures flanking a classical urn finial on an onyx plinth with foliate ormolu mounts. The flanking urn-shaped vases stand on square green onyx bases with acanthus leaf feet and scrolling handles with mask motifs. The clock measures 49 cm high, 26 cm wide, and 16 cm deep, while the matching side urns stand 30 cm high, 15 cm wide, and 10 cm deep. Positioned on a mantelpiece, console, or within a formal interior setting, this garniture set delivers visual symmetry and period character. The combination of green onyx, dark patinated bronze figures, and bright gilt bronze ormolu creates a strong contrast of colour and texture. The glass-panelled housing of the clock allows a view of the internal mechanics from multiple angles, while the coordinated urns complete the traditional three-piece arrangement typical of turn-of-the-century French decorative arts.

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A French clock garniture is a decorative mantelpiece set originating in 18th and 19th-century France, comprising a central clock flanked by a matching pair of ornamental urns, vases, or candelabra.

These clock sets typically incorporate carved marble or onyx bases, gilt bronze or ormolu mounts, cast spelter or bronze figurative sculptures, and hand-painted enamel or porcelain dials behind bevelled glass panels.

Authentic French clock movements usually feature circular brass movement plates stamped with maker trade marks, medal awards, or serial numbers, alongside hand-cast bronze elements and countwheel strike mechanisms.

Position the set centrally on a fireplace mantelpiece, sideboard, or console table, placing the matching garniture urns symmetrically on either side of the clock to create a balanced focal point.

Dust surfaces regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth, avoid applying abrasive chemical polishes to gilt bronze mounts, and keep mechanical clock movements away from direct moisture, dust, and excess humidity.

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