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Sienna Marble Clock Garniture
Georgian Antiques
for sale €2,633     $2,858
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Sienna Marble Clock Garniture

19th century
Description

Circa 1870, unusual Sienna marble clock garniture. The clock with a large, 14 cm diameter dial featuring Arabic numerals and brocot escapement. With a twin train movement with mercury compensation pendulum, striking on a bell, all contained in a marble case. With an architectural form, the case has a glass panel for viewing the pendulum. A pair of classical marble tazzae form the clock garniture set, their dimensions are 23 cm high x 13.5 cm wide x 10 cm deep.

Physical Dimensions
Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this Sienna Marble Clock Garniture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA814652
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28199
Description
Circa 1870, unusual Sienna marble clock garniture. The clock with a large, 14 cm diameter dial featuring Arabic numerals and brocot escapement.
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With a twin train movement with mercury compensation pendulum, striking on a bell, all contained in a marble case.
Georgian Antiques

With an architectural form, the case has a glass panel for viewing the pendulum. A pair of classical marble tazzae form the clock garniture set, their dimensions are 23 cm high x 13.5 cm wide x 10 cm deep.

Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Sienna Marble Clock Garniture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA814652
Dealers Internal Ref
28199
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A three-piece sienna marble clock garniture featuring an architectural central clock with a visible pendulum flanked by two matching pedestal tazzas.
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Archive I A three-piece sienna marble clock garniture featuring an architectural central clock with a visible pendulum flanked by two matching pedestal tazzas.

Sienna Marble Clock Garniture

Archive II A three-piece sienna marble clock garniture featuring an architectural central clock with a visible pendulum flanked by two matching pedestal tazzas. View II
Archive III A three-piece sienna marble clock garniture featuring an architectural central clock with a visible pendulum flanked by two matching pedestal tazzas. View III
Archive IV A three-piece sienna marble clock garniture featuring an architectural central clock with a visible pendulum flanked by two matching pedestal tazzas. View IV
Archive V A three-piece sienna marble clock garniture featuring an architectural central clock with a visible pendulum flanked by two matching pedestal tazzas. View V
Archive VI A three-piece sienna marble clock garniture featuring an architectural central clock with a visible pendulum flanked by two matching pedestal tazzas. View VI
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A three-piece sienna marble clock garniture featuring an architectural central clock with a visible pendulum flanked by two matching pedestal tazzas.
Sienna Marble Clock Garniture
Ref: SA814652
A three-piece sienna marble clock garniture featuring an architectural central clock with a visible pendulum flanked by two matching pedestal tazzas.
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A clock garniture is a decorative set designed primarily for a fireplace mantelpiece, consisting of a central clock flanked by two matching ornamental pieces, such as urns, side vases, tazzas, or candelabras. The arrangement became highly popular in 19th-century Europe, particularly in France, to create symmetrical visual balance in formal rooms.

Clock garnitures were crafted using quarried marbles such as Sienna, Rouge Griotte, or Belgian Black, combined with gilt bronze (ormolu), cast brass, and bevelled glass. Clock dials were frequently executed in white enamel or brass, accompanied by brass movement plates and steel components.

Authentic pieces feature heavy, solid stone or marble casings rather than lightweight synthetic imitations, along with hand-cut or hand-assembled movement frames. Look for hand-engraved serial numbers, maker stamps on the brass movement plates, mercury-filled or temperature-compensated pendulums, and natural veining pattern variations across all three components.

Position the set centrally on a chimney piece, sideboard, or architectural console table to serve as a focal point. Modern interiors benefit from pairing the structured, geometric stone forms with minimalist backdrops, plain painted walls, or sleek contemporary artwork to contrast historical craftsmanship with modern lines.

Clean stone surfaces with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners, acids, or abrasive polishes that can etch marble. Clock movements require professional servicing by a qualified horologist every five to seven years to keep gear trains clean and properly oiled.
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