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Lapis, enamel, and gilt bronze garniture

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Lapis, enamel, and gilt bronze garniture
French, c. 1890
Clock: Height 50cm, width 35cm, depth 24cm
Candelabra: Height 51cm, width 18cm, depth 18cm

Inspired by the art and culture of Classical Greece, this three-piece garniture contains a mantel clock and two candelabra. The rectangular body of the clock is of lapis lazuli and is surmounted by a Grecian vase, also of lapis. The body of the clock is encircled by a band of champlevé enamel, which is wrought into a variety of scrolling forms, infilled with tones of yellow and green, and placed onto a blue enamel ground. At each corner of the clock body is mounted a gilt bronze classical mask, which complements the Grecian theme of the ensemble. The clock dial, which is formed of champlevé enamel, features Roman numerals.

The surmounted Grecian vase is similarly decorated, also being ringed by a band of champlevé enamel. From the stem of the vase spring two gilt bronze scrolled handles, which are mounted with gilt bronze Bacchic masks. The accompanying candelabra are likewise ornamented, featuring lapis bodies, gilt bronze mounts throughout, and instances of champlevé enamelwork. Each candelabrum holds four gilt bronze arms, which in turn support gilt bronze and champlevé enamel candle holders.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Enamel - Champlevé, Lapis Lazuli, Ormolu (Gilt Bronze).
Creation Date:	1890
Styles / Movements:	Classical, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	15715
Incollect Reference #:	764013

Dimensions

W.	13.78 in;	H.	19.69 in;	D.	9.45 in;
W.	35 cm;	H.	50 cm;	D.	24 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.