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Large 19th Century Gilded Ormolu and Bronze Clock Set, by Deniere, Paris
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Large 19th Century Gilded Ormolu and Bronze Clock Set, by Deniere, Paris

19th century
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A large and impressive 19th century gilded ormolu and bronze Louis XVI style clock garniture, having a reclined classical lady reading, next to a white enamel clock face with an eight day chiming clock, signed Deniere, Paris. Raised on a base with inset white marble panels, gilded ormolu scrolling foliate decoration, a classical inset bronze plaque depicting bacchus children playing. A matching pair of gilded ormolu and bronze six branch candelabra, each with seated putti.

Jean-François Denière, known primarily as a bronze maker, supplied clocks and candelabra for the French palaces, most notably Versailles and the Grand Trianon.

Physical Dimensions
Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
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Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Ormolu Mantel Clock Set to the 19th Century.

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SA906950
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Batch 46 c/c
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A large and impressive 19th century gilded ormolu and bronze Louis XVI style clock garniture, having a reclined classical lady reading, next to a white enamel clock face with an eight day chiming clock, signed Deniere, Paris.
Raised on a base with inset white marble panels, gilded ormolu scrolling foliate decoration, a classical inset bronze plaque depicting bacchus children playing.
Patrick Moorhead Antiques

A matching pair of gilded ormolu and bronze six branch candelabra, each with seated putti.

Jean-François Denière, known primarily as a bronze maker, supplied clocks and candelabra for the French palaces, most notably Versailles and the Grand Trianon.

Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Ormolu Mantel Clock Set to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA906950
Dealers Internal Ref
Batch 46 c/c
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2018

Patrick moorhead has been one of the uk's finest trade-only antique furniture and art dealers for over 30 years.

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Archive I A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra.

Large 19th Century Gilded Ormolu and Bronze Clock Set, by Deniere, Paris

Archive II A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View II
Archive III A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View X
Archive XI A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View XI
Archive XII A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View XII
Archive XIII A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View XIII
Archive XIV A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View XIV
Archive XV A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View XV
Archive XVI A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View XVI
Archive XVII A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View XVII
Archive XVIII A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View XVIII
Archive XIX A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View XIX
Archive XX A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View XX
Archive XXI A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View XXI
Archive XXII A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View XXII
Archive XXIII A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra. View XXIII
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A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra.
Large 19th Century Gilded Ormolu and Bronze Clock Set, by Deniere, Paris
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A 19th-century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock garniture set, featuring a central mantel clock decorated with a seated classical female figure alongside two matching multi-branch candelabra.
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A garniture set consists of a central mantel clock accompanied by a pair of matching side pieces, such as candelabra or vases, designed to create a symmetrical display. Popularised in 18th and 19th century France, these decorative sets were crafted to adorn formal fireplace mantels and sideboard tops.

These timepieces primarily combine mercury-gilded bronze (ormolu) with dark patinated bronze components, white enamel dials, and precise brass clock movements. The contrast between bright gilded metal and dark bronze highlights fine sculptural detailing.

Authentic pieces often feature stamped movement makers marks or bronze founder signatures on the backplate or base. They typically possess heavy cast-bronze construction, hand-chased decorative elements, dual winding holes on an enamel dial, and traditional French pendulum movements.

Position the complete set along a fireplace mantelpiece or a grand console table to establish a formal focal point. The central clock and flanked candelabra add height and classical symmetry to both traditional and eclectic interiors.

Dust regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or a fine natural-bristle brush for detailed relief areas. Avoid chemical polishes, abrasive cleaners, or water, as these can strip original gilding and damage delicate patinas.
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