Fine 19th Century French Ormolu and White Marble Cherub Clock Garniture

An exceptional 19th-century French ormolu and white marble clock garniture, comprising an impressive mantel clock and a matching pair of five-light figural candelabra. The central clock is surmounted by two beautifully modelled reclining cherubs, one holding a set of pipes and the other seated beside a bird. Their finely cast features, naturalistic hair and softly draped surroundings demonstrate the accomplished bronze work associated with high-quality French decorative arts of the period. The enamel dial displays blue Roman numerals, an outer Arabic minute track and finely pierced gilt hands. It is framed by an ornate gilt-bronze bezel above a substantial stepped white marble case, enriched with applied floral trails, scrolling foliage and finely detailed classical borders. The accompanying candelabra form a commanding symmetrical pair. Each features a standing cherub supporting an elaborate arrangement of five naturalistic foliate candle branches, raised above cylindrical white marble pedestals decorated with floral swags and gilt-bronze mounts. Complete antique clock garnitures of this scale, quality and visual balance are increasingly difficult to source. Their combination of sculpture, horology and decorative craftsmanship gives them lasting appeal among collectors of French ormolu, interior designers and buyers seeking an important focal point for a formal room. Dimensions Clock: Height 38cm × Width 51cm × Depth 13cm Candelabra: Height 59cm × Width 25cm × Depth 25cm each