Louis XVI Neoclassical Gilt Bronze & Marble Garniture Set — Five-Arm Candelabra with Urn-Flanked Mantel Clock

Design & Inspiration

Place this garniture set on a mantelpiece and the room acquires a focal point that speaks in the language of the French court. Inspired by the refined formality of the Louis XVI era (1760–1800), this three-piece set — a central mantel clock flanked by two five-arm candelabra — faithfully reproduces the garniture de cheminée tradition that defined the French aristocratic interior. The symmetry is intentional: the matching candelabra frame the clock with the same gravity that pilasters frame a doorway, creating a composed tableau of classical proportion.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Each piece in the set is constructed from cast gilt brass over a beige-veined marble column, the two materials working in dialogue the way Louis XVI craftsmen intended — warm gold against cool stone. The clock case rises in a lyre-inspired silhouette, its ormolu mounts cascading in scrolled acanthus, pine-finial finials, and paired urn columns that bracket the dial. The candelabra columns repeat this vocabulary: a marble shaft rising from a deeply cast lion-mask plinth on splayed claw feet, crowned by five scrolled arms with acanthus-leaf bobeches. Every mount is hand-finished, with crisp casting detail visible in the mascarons, leafwork, and figural elements. The clock face carries Roman numerals on a white enamel-style dial with gilt hands.

Dimensions & Details

Weight: 4 kg (set). This is a 3-piece garniture set: one mantel clock and two matching five-arm candelabra. The set is designed for placement on a mantelpiece, sideboard, or console table of appropriate depth. The quartz clock movement requires one battery (not included) and keeps accurate time without winding.

Handcrafted in Egypt

This garniture set is handcrafted in Egypt by artisans working in the tradition of European classical metalwork. Each brass element is individually cast, cleaned, and finished by hand before assembly with the marble column. Brass & Wood's production process allows for customization of the brass finish — contact us to discuss available options. Because this piece involves both stone and cast metal, slight natural variations in marble veining and casting texture are inherent to the handmade process and contribute to each set's individuality.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the clock movement type?

The mantel clock uses a quartz movement for reliable, low-maintenance timekeeping. It requires one standard battery (not included). No winding is needed.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — primarily attaching the candelabra arms to the column, which requires no tools. The clock arrives ready to use once the battery is inserted.

Can the finish be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization on the brass finish. The set is available in multiple brass color variants. Contact our team to discuss your preferred finish before ordering.