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Late 19th C. Gilt Bronze and Champleve Enamel Clock Garniture, French
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Late 19th C. Gilt Bronze and Champleve Enamel Clock Garniture, French

19th century
Description

This outstanding and superb quality 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Champleve Clock Garnet features a large mantle clock with a pair of gilt bronze and Champleve vases. The vases include handles shaped like figures, a decorative neck and an ornately decorated body in a blue and cream floral design. They are supported o and intricately designed square base. The clock is a crystal regulator mantle clock. It features all glass sides with bevelled edges and very ornate corners with acanthus leaves on the bottom and figural masks on the top of the body. There is a finial and a raised area on the dome of the clock with Champleve detailing as well as around the base.

This set would make a beautiful and quite striking focal point for a wide range of rooms and settings, both traditional and contemporary.

Origin: French C. 1880

Condition: Excellent

Dimensions: Clock - 24 cms Wide, 16 cms Deep and 44 cms in overall Height

Vases - 13 cms Wide and Deep, 29.5 cms in Height

Date of Manufacture

Judy Fox Antiques has dated this Champleve Enamel Clock Garniture to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
44cm (17.32")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1224906
Dealers Internal Reference
JF506
Dealers Notes

Judy Fox Antiques has been trading at No.81 Portobello Road since 1971. We deal in top quality Victorian and Edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art.

The majority of our extensive stock has been sympathetically restored and is, therefore, in showroom condition.

Much of our stock is not listed online so do contact us if you are looking for something in particular.

We have a large international clientele, both private and trade, and export to all parts of the world, contact for any quotes.

Description
This outstanding and superb quality 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Champleve Clock Garnet features a large mantle clock with a pair of gilt bronze and Champleve vases.
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The vases include handles shaped like figures, a decorative neck and an ornately decorated body in a blue and cream floral design.
Judy Fox Antiques

They are supported o and intricately designed square base. The clock is a crystal regulator mantle clock. It features all glass sides with bevelled edges and very ornate corners with acanthus leaves on the bottom and figural masks on the top of the body. There is a finial and a raised area on the dome of the clock with Champleve detailing as well as around the base.

fig 1. A late 19th-century French clock garniture featuring a gilt bronze mantel clock flanked by two matching champleve enamel side urns.
fig 1. Late 19th C. Gilt Bronze and Champleve Enamel Clock Garniture, French

This set would make a beautiful and quite striking focal point for a wide range of rooms and settings, both traditional and contemporary.

Origin: French C. 1880

Condition: Excellent

Dimensions: Clock - 24 cms Wide, 16 cms Deep and 44 cms in overall Height

Vases - 13 cms Wide and Deep, 29.5 cms in Height

Date of Manufacture

Judy Fox Antiques has dated this Champleve Enamel Clock Garniture to the 1880s.

Height
44cm (17.32")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1224906
Dealers Internal Ref
JF506
Judy Fox Antiques
Judy Fox Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2018

We deal in top quality victorian and edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Judy Fox Antiques Profile Page

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Judy Fox Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A late 19th-century French clock garniture featuring a gilt bronze mantel clock flanked by two matching champleve enamel side urns.

Late 19th C. Gilt Bronze and Champleve Enamel Clock Garniture, French

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Judy Fox Antiques
Telephone 020 7229 8130
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W11 2QB
United Kingdom
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A late 19th-century French clock garniture featuring a gilt bronze mantel clock flanked by two matching champleve enamel side urns.
Late 19th C. Gilt Bronze and Champleve Enamel Clock Garniture, French
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  • ObjectMantel Clocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Rococo Revival
  • MaterialGilt Bronze, Champleve Enamel, Glass, Porcelain
  • ColourGold, Blue, White
  • MotifsChampleve enamel panels, urn finial, classical mask handles, bevelled glass casing
  • SizeH 44 cm (17 in) x W 24 cm (9 in) x D 16 cm (6 in)

This late 19th-century French clock garniture from 1880 includes a crystal regulator mantel clock flanked by two matching side urns, all rendered in gilt bronze and champleve enamel. The set combines gold, blue, and cream tones, displaying intricate floral enamel panels, bevelled glass casing, classical mask handles, an urn finial, and acanthus leaf moulding. The main clock measures 44 cm high, 24 cm wide, and 16 cm deep. Positioned on a mantelpiece, this garniture serves as a decorative centrepiece in traditional or contemporary reception rooms, studies, and drawing rooms. The matched pair of vases features figural handles, decorated necks, and square bases, completing a balanced decorative arrangement. The materials incorporate glass, porcelain accents, and polished bronze finishes throughout the set.

FAQs

A French clock garniture is a decorative set traditionally featuring a central mantel clock flanked by a pair of matching ornamental pieces, such as urns, vases, or candelabra. Originating in the 17th century and reaching peak popularity during the 19th century, these sets were designed as focal points for fireplace mantels and sideboards.

These timepieces typically feature gilt bronze (ormolu) mounts, champleve or cloisonne enamel ornamentation, bevelled glass panels, and enamelled porcelain dials. The mechanical clock movements often utilise brass plates with steel pinions alongside mercury-compensated or gridiron pendulums.

Authentic examples often feature maker stamps or serial numbers stamped onto the rear movement plate, finely cast details on the gilt bronze mounts, and thick bevelled glass. The champleve enamel displays cell divisions cast or carved directly into the metal base rather than applied filigree wires.

Position the full three-piece set symmetrically along a marble mantelpiece, grand sideboard, or entryway console table. Pairing gilt bronze and colourful enamel with minimalist modern backdrops or dark academia colour palettes creates an intentional visual contrast.

Clean the metal and enamel surfaces gently using a soft, dry lint-free cloth, avoiding liquid chemicals or abrasive polishes that can strip original gilding. Mechanical clock movements require professional servicing by a qualified horologist every five to seven years to ensure operational integrity.
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