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A Ferdinand Berthoud. Louis Xvi Ormolu Mounted Marble 3 Piece Clock Set 1770
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A Ferdinand Berthoud. Louis Xvi Ormolu Mounted Marble 3 Piece Clock Set 1770

18th century
Description

A very fine Louis XVI ormolu clock set, by Ferdinand Berthoud, Paris, circa 1770

This clock set is presented in gilt Bronze and Bleu Turqin and white marble.

A superb combination rarely seen. this is in immaculate order and ready for immediate display

Physical Dimensions
Height
39.5cm (15.55")
Width
21.6cm (8.50")
Depth
10.2cm (4.02")
Declaration

Bushells Antiques has dated this Louis Xvi Clock Garniture to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA832889
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4677
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Description
A very fine Louis XVI ormolu clock set, by Ferdinand Berthoud, Paris, circa 1770

This clock set is presented in gilt Bronze and Bleu Turqin and white marble.

A superb combination rarely seen. this is in immaculate order and ready for immediate display

Height
39.5cm (15.55")
Width
21.6cm (8.50")
Depth
10.2cm (4.02")
Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this Louis Xvi Clock Garniture to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA832889
Dealers Internal Ref
4677
Bushells Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2020

Fine art, porcelain, jewellery, silver, clocks, pictures, oriental objects d’art and furniture

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A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders.
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Archive I A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders.

A Ferdinand Berthoud. Louis XVI ormolu mounted Marble 3 Piece Clock Set 1770

Archive II A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders. View II
Archive III A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders. View III
Archive IV A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders. View IV
Archive V A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders. View V
Archive VI A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders. View VI
Archive VII A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders. View VII
Archive VIII A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders. View VIII
Archive IX A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders. View IX
Archive X A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders. View X
Archive XI A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders. View XI
Archive XII A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders. View XII
Archive XIII A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders. View XIII
Archive XIV A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders. View XIV
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A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders.
A Ferdinand Berthoud. Louis XVI ormolu mounted Marble 3 Piece Clock Set 1770
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A three-piece Louis XVI style clock garniture set featuring a central white and grey marble clock adorned with gilt bronze mounts and a sunburst pendulum, flanked by two matching marble obelisk candle holders.
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A Louis XVI clock garniture typically features a central mantel clock accompanied by two matching flankers, such as urns, candelabra, or obelisks. Originating in late 18th-century France, the style is characterised by Neoclassical symmetry, marble construction, and elaborate gilt bronze mounts.

18th-century French clocks were predominantly constructed from carved marble, cast gilt bronze (ormolu), and enamelled copper clock dials. Clockmakers combined fine metals and natural stone to create durable decorative pieces for grand interiors.

Authentic pieces exhibit Neoclassical motifs such as laurel wreaths, drapery swags, urn finials, and classical columns. Dials are often signed by Parisian clockmakers, and ormolu mounts display hand-chased surface details alongside mercury gilding characteristics.

A classic three-piece garniture set functions as a focal point when placed symmetrically across a fireplace mantelpiece, sideboard top, or formal console table. Positioning the set against neutral walls allows the contrasting marble tone and gilded metalwork to stand out.

Dust marble and gilded metal gently with a soft dry cloth, avoiding water or chemical polishers that can damage the delicate gilded surface. Mechanical components should be serviced periodically by a professional horologist to ensure proper operation.
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