1860 Ad Mougin Louis XVI Gold Bronze Clock Set – 3 Pieces

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⭐ Outstanding 19th-Century French Louis XVI Clock Garniture (c. 1860)
Presented here is a rare and fully original three-piece French … Read more ⭐ Outstanding 19th-Century French Louis XVI Clock Garniture (c. 1860)
Presented here is a rare and fully original three-piece French Louis XVI mantel clock set, produced around circa 1860, consisting of:
1 mantel clock
2 matching candelabras
All three pieces form a unified period garniture, designed and manufactured as a complete set—not assembled later.

⭐ Maker & Signature Details
Movement stamped: “AD Mougin Deux Médailles” — a respected 19th-century French clockmaker recognized for award-winning movements.
Dial signed: “Metais Bayeux” — indicating the original retailer or atelier associated with the piece.
This dual attribution adds historical and collectible value.

⭐ Style, Color & Materials
Style: Louis XVI Neoclassical
Color: Rich gilded gold ormolu
Material: Solid bronze with original fire-gilded finish
This finish has not been re-gilded or restored; it retains its authentic 19th-century surface, with natural patina and depth that collectors highly prize.

⭐ Originality & Completeness
This garniture retains:
Original movement
Original pendulum
Original key
Original bell
Original ormolu finish
Original matching candelabras
No components have been replaced, altered, or modernized.

⭐ Mechanical & Functional Details
Professionally inspected and serviced
Fully operational
Strikes every half hour and full hour
Runs with its original pendulum and winding key
The clock is both a functional instrument and a decorative focal point.

⭐ Decorative & Sculptural Features
Executed with exceptional craftsmanship, the set showcases:
Garland and ribbon swags
Classical motifs
A goblet/urn finial crowning the clock
Crisp, deeply cast bronze elements
The two candelabras feature:
Four ornate candle arms
Each arm beginning with a detailed ram’s head
Elegant sculptural balance characteristic of Louis XVI design
✅ Removable Torch Feature
At the top of each candelabra sits a decorative torch finial.
This torch can be removed, transforming the top into a fifth candle holder, allowing each candelabra to hold five candles total when desired.
This is an original, period-correct feature—not a later modification.

⭐ Dial & Condition Details
Enamel dial with Roman and Arabic numerals
Fine gilt and black detailing
Minor, age-appropriate wear between 12 and 1 — barely visible and normal for its age
No structural damage or repairs
Cleaned only; never re-finished
The set presents with a rich, authentic surface that speaks to its age and quality.

⭐ Dimensions

Mantel Clock
Height: 50 cm (≈ 20 in)
Width: 35 cm (≈ 14 in)
Depth: 17 cm (≈ 7 in)

Each Candelabra
Height: 59 cm (≈ 23 in)
Diameter: 25 cm (≈ 10 in)

A substantial, impressive presence suitable for:
A mantel
Console
Entry hall
Chateau-style interior
Luxury display setting

⭐ Weight & Presence
Constructed in heavy solid bronze, this garniture has notable visual and physical weight, giving it a commanding architectural presence in any room.

⭐ Historical Significance
Louis XVI ormolu garnitures from the mid-19th century represent the height of French decorative arts.
Sets that retain:
✅ Original finish
✅ Original candelabras
✅ Maker marks
are increasingly scarce and highly desirable to collectors and designers.

⭐ Shipping
Professionally packed for protection
Includes tracking and insurance
Ships worldwide where allowed
Due to its weight and value, each component will be carefully separated, padded, and stabilized for safe transport.

⭐ Summary
A rare, museum-worthy circa 1860 AD Mougin Louis XVI gold bronze three-piece clock set, fully original, mechanically working, richly detailed, and featuring removable torch finials that allow each candelabra to display five candles. A statement piece of exceptional craftsmanship, elegance, and historical importance. See less