Gilt and patinated bronze antique French clock set by Picard

By Picard, Henri (French, fl. 1831-1864)

£75,000

This exceptional three-piece clock set exemplifies the supreme quality craftsmanship of Henri Picard, one of the leading bronze workers of the mid 19th Century

 

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Description

Comprising a central clock and a pair of flanking candelabra, the central circular dial surrounded by a laurel wreath and bow ormolu mount, with plaques depicting biblical scenes in relief on either side, surmounted by a large patinated bronze group, the pair of ten light candelabra similarly decorated with patinated bronze male figures holding the leafy floral sprays. Signed 'H. Picard' for Henri Picard.

Clock height 64cm, width 61cm, depth 26cm; candelabra height 97cm

Details

Artist / Maker
By Picard, Henri (French, fl. 1831-1864)
Country of Origin
French
Date of Manufacture
c. 1850
Period
19th Century
Style
Biblical, Napoleon III
Material
Marble, Ormolu (Gilt Bronze), Patinated Bronze
Colour
Black, Gold

Dimensions

Height
64 cm / 25.2 inches
Width
61 cm / 24 inches
Depth
26 cm / 10.2 inches

Reference:
14889

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