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French Rouge Marble Garniture Set
For sale by Douglas George Antiques
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French Rouge Marble Garniture Set

19th century
Description

A nice looking Neoclassical garniture set in Rouge Belge marble with ornate gilt metal mounts and paw feet. Consisting of Mantel Clock and pair of matching Candelabras . Dated around 1880. All in good condition and no breaks or losses. 2 small hairline cracks to enamelling on dial but hardly noticeable and not compromising any of the structure or fittings

The Mantel clock has a Fisco movement which is complete but in need of a service.

Clock marked by Orleans,France maker Molgatini. A name associated with historical,quality clock makers.

Clock size

34cm high

28cm wide

14cm deep

Candelabras

45cm high

19cm wide

Physical Dimensions
Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Declaration

Douglas George Antiques has dated this French Marble Garniture Set to the 1880s.

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SA1239497
Description
A nice looking Neoclassical garniture set in Rouge Belge marble with ornate gilt metal mounts and paw feet. Consisting of Mantel Clock and pair of matching Candelabras . Dated around 1880. All in good condition and no breaks or losses.
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2 small hairline cracks to enamelling on dial but hardly noticeable and not compromising any of the structure or fittings.
Douglas George Antiques

The Mantel clock has a Fisco movement which is complete but in need of a service.

Clock marked by Orleans,France maker Molgatini. A name associated with historical,quality clock makers.

Clock size

34cm high

28cm wide

14cm deep

Candelabras

45cm high

19cm wide

Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

Douglas George Antiques has dated this French Marble Garniture Set to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239497
Douglas George Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2025
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A three-piece French garniture set comprising a central rouge marble mantel clock with gilt brass mounts flanked by two matching multi-branch candelabras.
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Archive I A three-piece French garniture set comprising a central rouge marble mantel clock with gilt brass mounts flanked by two matching multi-branch candelabras.

French Rouge Marble Garniture Set

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Douglas George Antiques
Telephone 07850 212288
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Hove
East Sussex
United Kingdom
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A three-piece French garniture set comprising a central rouge marble mantel clock with gilt brass mounts flanked by two matching multi-branch candelabras.
French Rouge Marble Garniture Set
Ref: SA1239497
A three-piece French garniture set comprising a central rouge marble mantel clock with gilt brass mounts flanked by two matching multi-branch candelabras.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMantel Garniture Set
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Second Empire
  • MaterialRouge Marble, Ormolu, Brass
  • ColourRed and Gold
  • MotifsScroll feet, floral mounts, multi-branch candelabras
  • SizeH 34 cm (13 in) x W 28 cm (11 in) x D 14 cm (6 in)

This three-piece French garniture set dates from the 1880 Second Empire period and comprises a central mantel clock flanked by a pair of multi-branch candelabras. The pieces are constructed from red Rouge Belge marble with polished brass and ormolu mounts, displaying an overall palette of red and gold. The clock features a square-topped case, a circular dial with enamelled numbers, decorative floral gilt mounts in the corners, side carrying handles, and is raised on cast scroll paw feet beneath an urn-shaped finial. The matching candelabras stand on square bases with matching paw feet, each supporting multi-branch candleholders rising from a central turned marble stem. The mantel clock measures 34 cm high, 28 cm wide, and 14 cm deep. In a contemporary interior, this set is designed for placement on a mantelpiece or sideboard to provide a decorative focal point in a principal reception room.

FAQs

A French mantel garniture set is a decorative trio designed for a fireplace mantelpiece, comprising a central mantel clock flanked by two matching side pieces, such as candelabras, urns, or vases.

19th-century French garniture sets were constructed using materials such as carved marble, slate, onyx, or porcelain, embellished with gilt bronze or cast brass mounts.

Authentic period pieces feature French clock movements, often stamped with maker marks on the back plate, alongside hand-finished cast metal mounts and natural stone detailing.

A marble garniture set can be styled as a focal point on a fireplace mantelpiece, a hallway console table, or a dining room sideboard to anchor symmetrical decor arrangements.

Clean marble surfaces using a soft cloth dampened with mild soapy water, avoiding acidic solutions, and dust the gilt metal mounts gently with a dry microfibre cloth.
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