A Very Large Rare Meissen Porcelain 3 Piece Clock & Candelabra Garniture Set

Product Description

A Very Large and Rare German Ormolu Mounted Meissen Porcelain Three Piece Clock & Candelabra Garniture Set. This impressive set consists of three pieces: a center clock and two candelabras, each adorned with the most intricate and delicate details that have been executed to perfection. Each three armed candelabra is remarkably elaborate with foliate arms that are embellished with gilt-covered beautifully twisted branches and curling leaves on an ornate botanically-inspired base. Embraced by the arms of the candelabras are two 18th Century Meissen Porcelain figures of musical lovers, dressed in brightly detailed traditional clothes.

The round clock face, with roman numerals, a white base, and ornate hands is surrounded by a flourish of gorgeous gilt foliage, exuding an air of elegance and refinement. Perched atop the clock is a stunning Meissen Porcelain figurine of a beautiful woman posed in mid-movement, her dress aflutter, and baring her leg as she gazes up at her left hand which is holding a bunch of grapes, while also grasping a wine goblet in her lowered right hand, representing the festivities of the moment. Surrounding the clock and extending down both sides the gilt foliate leads the eye to two cherubs each admiring tiny vases of exquisitely detailed flowers. Below the cherubs, on either side, are four white ceramic pillars wrapped in a spiral of vines with blue, yellow, and burgundy blossoms, adding a touch of whimsy and playfulness to the design. Directly in the middle of the pillars and below the main clock face are two cherubs embracing amidst a flurry of blossoms and seated on an ornate white bench. On either side of the seat, more tiny cherubs can be found. With 18th C. blue crossed swords mark on reverse.
Germany, Circa: 1760

Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)
Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)
Depth: 15 in (38.1 cm)