A large Louis XVI style gilt bronze and Sèvres style ceramic three piece clock garniture; Paris, second half 19th century

comprising a pair of nine branch candelabra and a mantle clock

Overall in fair condition with the usual tarnishing to the gilt-bronze. The ceramic plaques are well painted and in good condition, but with the usual wear to gilt highlights. Dirt to crevices to clock case and candelabra. The nozzle, drip pans are pierced for electricity, all bobeche are present. Bell, pendulum, and two winders are present. Please note that the movement has not been checked for functionality. However, the movement is complete and may be put into a working state by a professional horologist.
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