A Neo-Grec Gilt and Patinated Bronze three piece clock garniture circa 1880

the black Belgian and red marble clock surmounted by the figure of Sapho after a model by Peiffer, inscribed PEIFFER to the base of figure, and set to each side with a panther mask, the dial inscribed HENRY T. BROWN AND CO / ...EIAEN.T, the twin-train movement by Japy Frères numbered 496,  the vases with a lid headed by a stork finial.

Overall in good condition; lacking pendulum but with bell and key. There is a repaired chip to marble upper molded edge of clock case to the back right hand side. All bronzes with tarnishing.
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Auguste-Joseph Pieffer (1832-1886)