A Napoleon III Gilt-Bronze Three-Piece Clock Garniture Paris, circa 1875

comprising a clock and its companion six-light candelabras, the dial with white and blue enamel Roman numerals, the twin-train movement stamped G.D., the case inscribed Clodion.

Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks to bronze surface. Key and pendulum lacking. Movement to all branches of candelabra that will need to be tightened back. The clock with loss to red silk lining behind the pierced brass case panels. Movement door is lacking and some mounts missing resulting in the presence of two holes to left side of clock case and a visible screw to putti finial's left hand.
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