Napoleon III Rococo Revival Brass Mantel Clock Garniture with Seven-Arm Candelabra
Napoleon III Rococo Revival Brass Mantel Clock Garniture with Seven-Arm Candelabra
Design & Inspiration
Place this three-piece garniture on a console or mantelpiece and the room organises itself around it. The central clock rises through three registers of open pierced brasswork — a colonnade body with reticulated Gothic-arch panels, scrolling acanthus wings that flare outward, and a crown finial of curling foliate tendrils supporting a miniature urn. The pair of seven-arm candelabra repeat the vocabulary: bulbous knopped stems, foliate drip pans, and scrolled arms radiating outward like a sunburst arrested mid-bloom. This is a faithful interpretation of the Napoleon III Rococo Revival garniture de cheminée — the eclectic, theatre-loving aesthetic that furnished the grand salons of Second Empire Paris in the 1860s and 1870s.
Materials & Craftsmanship
The entire three-piece set is cast in brass and finished in a warm gilt tone, the surface worked to reveal the depth of the casting — smooth convex bosses contrasting with the dense lacework of the pierced panels. The clock dial is set with Roman numerals on an ornate face, powered by a reliable quartz movement for modern practicality without disturbing the period silhouette. Each candelabrum holds seven candle cups, and the stepped lobed bases echo the scroll feet of the clock, tying the set together with visual coherence. Handcrafted in Egypt by artisans trained in the tradition of European decorative metalwork.
Dimensions & Details
Weight: 4 kg (set). The clock stands as the dominant vertical element; the candelabra are scaled to complement it at either side. Set size: 3 Pieces. Clock movement: Quartz. Ornamentation level: Heavily Ornate. Country of Origin: Egypt.
Handcrafted in Egypt
Brass & Wood produces each piece in our Egyptian workshops, where skilled metalworkers hand-finish every cast element — chasing the surface details, fitting the movement, and inspecting the final gilded tone before dispatch. Customisation in alternative brass finishes (Antique Gold, Silver) is available on request. Delivery is 30–45 days from order confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials is this garniture made from?
The clock and both candelabra are cast in brass with a gilt finish. There is no marble or wood in this set — the construction is entirely metalwork, handcrafted and hand-finished.
Is assembly required?
Minimal assembly is required — the candelabra arms may need to be positioned and the clock movement battery inserted. No tools are necessary.
Can this set be customised?
Yes. This garniture is available in Gold, Antique Gold, and Silver brass finishes. Contact Brass & Wood to discuss finish preferences before placing your order.
