Louis XV Rococo Gilt Brass Mantel Clock Garniture with Five-Arm Candelabra
Louis XV Rococo Gilt Brass Mantel Clock Garniture with Five-Arm Candelabra
Design & Inspiration
Set a mantelpiece with this three-piece garniture and the room shifts its center of gravity. The central clock rises on a cascade of asymmetric C-scrolls and acanthus foliage, crowned by a pierced flame-and-leaf finial that draws the eye upward. Flanking it, two five-arm candelabra mirror every curve of the clock's case — their scrolling bases pooling into splayed rocaille feet, their arms curving outward like branches reaching for light. This is French Rococo at its most theatrical: the garniture de cheminée tradition that turned the mantelpiece into the focal statement of an 18th-century salon.
Materials & Craftsmanship
The entire three-piece set is cast in brass and finished in a warm gilt tone, faithfully reproducing the ormolu aesthetic of the Louis XV period (1730–1770). Every surface tells the story of the mold-maker's art: high-relief rocaille shells, sinuous leaf forms, and interlocking C-scrolls that catch the light from every angle. The clock dial features a hand-painted porcelain-style cartouche at center, framed by a chapter ring with Roman numerals — a detail that elevates the piece from decorative object to functional timepiece. The movement is quartz, ensuring reliable timekeeping without the maintenance demands of a mechanical caliber.
Dimensions & Details
Weight: 4 kg (set). The set comprises one mantel clock and two five-arm candelabra. Each piece is designed to stand independently; together they form the classic triangular composition of a French garniture. Candle cups on each candelabra arm are proportioned to accept standard taper candles or LED candle inserts for ambient use.
Handcrafted in Egypt
Produced in Egypt by Brass & Wood's specialist metalwork atelier, this garniture is cast, finished, and assembled by hand. Egypt's deep tradition of brass and bronze casting — rooted in centuries of metalwork craft — informs every stage of production. Each set is inspected individually before dispatch, ensuring the quality of the gilt finish, the alignment of the dial, and the stability of the candelabra bases meet the standards the brand demands. Customization in finish color (Gold, Silver, Antique Gold) is available to order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the set composed of?
The garniture comprises three pieces: one central mantel clock and two matching five-arm candelabra. All three are cast in brass with a gilt finish and share the same Louis XV Rococo ornamental vocabulary.
What type of clock movement is used?
The mantel clock uses a quartz battery movement, offering accurate and maintenance-free timekeeping. The movement is accessible via the clock case back for easy battery replacement.
Can the finish be customized?
Yes. This garniture is available in Gold, Silver, and Antique Gold finishes. Please select your preferred finish variant at the time of ordering, or contact Brass & Wood directly for bespoke finish requests.
