Ferdinand Barbedienne 1810-1892 A FINE GILT-BRONZE MOUNTED ONYX THREE PIECE CLOCK GARNITURE PARIS, CIRCA 1885

in the Neo-classical revival vein, comprised of a pair of seven-light candelabra and a mantle clock of potpourri case shape, raised on a rectangular base and decorated to all sides with bees and scrolled foliate-pattern drapery, enclosing a onyx faceted dial with Roman numerals, twin train movement, signed F. BARBEDIENNE to the molded edge.

Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches and tarnished areas consistent with age and use. Minor chips to onyx to edges. Candelabra drilled for electricity. One chip to one candelabra on onyx base of approximately ½ in square.
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