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Louis XVI Clock Set Garniture Marble Gilt Candelabras French 1890
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Louis XVI Clock Set Garniture Marble Gilt Candelabras French 1890

19th century
Description

This is an elegant French Louis XVI-style garniture set, comprising a

mantle clock and a pair of matching candelabra, crafted in gilt bronze

(ormolu) and veined marble

Bought from a dealer on Marche Biron at Paris antiques markets

Circa 1890

The gilt casting is so detailed and well cast

Striking veined marble in white, grey, and plum tones – a luxurious and very French choice for the period

Circular drum-shaped clock case supported on four marble and gilt columns

Three-piece garniture set: central mantel clock with two coordinating three-branch candelabra

Designed for a fireplace mantle, console table, or formal sideboard

Offered in great shape ready for home use right away

We ship to every corner of the planet - including the USA - please get in touch for a shipping quote

Dimensions in inches (CM):

Width x Depth x Height

8 (20) x 4.5 (11) x 15 (38)

Sides 9 (23) x 4 (10) x 13 (33)

Physical Dimensions
Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Declaration

Canonbury Antiques has dated this French Marble Clock Garniture to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239966
Description
This is an elegant French Louis XVI-style garniture set, comprising a

mantle clock and a pair of matching candelabra, crafted in gilt bronze

(ormolu) and veined marble

Bought from a dealer on Marche Biron at Paris antiques markets

fig 1. A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras.
fig 1. Louis XVI Clock Set Garniture Marble Gilt Candelabras French 1890

Circa 1890

The gilt casting is so detailed and well cast

“
Striking veined marble in white, grey, and plum tones – a luxurious and very French choice for the period.
Canonbury Antiques

Circular drum-shaped clock case supported on four marble and gilt columns

fig 2. A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras.
fig 2. Louis XVI Clock Set Garniture Marble Gilt Candelabras French 1890

Three-piece garniture set: central mantel clock with two coordinating three-branch candelabra

Designed for a fireplace mantle, console table, or formal sideboard

Offered in great shape ready for home use right away

fig 3. A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras.
fig 3. Louis XVI Clock Set Garniture Marble Gilt Candelabras French 1890

We ship to every corner of the planet - including the USA - please get in touch for a shipping quote

Dimensions in inches (CM):

Width x Depth x Height

8 (20) x 4.5 (11) x 15 (38)

Sides 9 (23) x 4 (10) x 13 (33)

Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture

Canonbury Antiques has dated this French Marble Clock Garniture to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239966
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Archive I A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras.

Louis XVI Clock Set Garniture Marble Gilt Candelabras French 1890

Archive II A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras. View II
Archive III A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras. View III
Archive IV A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras. View IV
Archive V A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras. View V
Archive VI A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras. View VI
Archive VII A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras. View VII
Archive VIII A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras. View VIII
Archive IX A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras. View IX
Archive X A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras. View X
Archive XI A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras. View XI
Archive XII A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras. View XII
Archive XIII A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras. View XIII
Archive XIV A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras. View XIV
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A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras.
Louis XVI Clock Set Garniture Marble Gilt Candelabras French 1890
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A late nineteenth-century French clock garniture set featuring a central portico clock in purple-veined white marble with gilt bronze mounts, flanked by two matching two-light candelabras.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectClock Garnitures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Louis XVI Revival
  • MaterialMarble, Ormolu, Gilt Bronze, Enamel
  • ColourPurple, White, Gold
  • MotifsMarble columns, Dove finial, Acorn finials, Scroll candelabra arms
  • SizeH 38 cm (15 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 11 cm (4 in)

This French Louis XVI Revival garniture set from 1890 comprises a central mantel clock and a pair of matching candelabras. The pieces are built from white and purple-veined marble with gilt bronze mounts, featuring a round clock face with black numerals under glass, a pair of birds atop the clock case, small acorn finials on the portico pillars, and scroll arms on the candelabras. The central clock measures 20 cm wide, 11 cm deep and 38 cm high. Designed for a mantelpiece, console table, or formal sideboard in a home, the ensemble brings a classic aesthetic to living spaces or dining rooms. The metalwork shows intricate cast detailing throughout the mounts, candle holders, and feet, while the upright columns display distinct natural mineral patterns in the stone.

FAQs

A clock garniture is a decorative matching set popularised in 18th and 19th-century France, typically comprising a central mantel clock flanked by two coordinating candelabras or urns. Designed to adorn the space above a fireplace, these sets reflected the prevailing architectural and ornamental trends of their era.

Late 19th-century French clock garnitures frequently combined carved marble or onyx with gilt bronze (ormolu) mounts and cast brass elements. The internal movements typically featured enamel dials, brass movement plates, and steel springs housed within structural portico or temple-style casings.

Authentic Louis XVI style timepieces showcase Classical motifs such as columns, urns, floral garlands, and bird finials. Look for hand-chased gilt metal mounts, fine enamel dial numerals, and signature period construction details like countwheel striking mechanisms.

Place the complete set symmetrically across a grand fireplace mantelpiece, sideboard top, or console table to establish a structured focal point. Balance the ornate gilt finish by positioning the garniture against neutral walls or contemporary panelling.

Dust gilt bronze mounts gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding chemical polishes that can erode original gilding. Marble components can be wiped with a slightly damp cloth and mild pH-neutral soap, ensuring moisture remains strictly away from the internal clock movement.
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