Sculpture & Decorative Objects · REF B80

Rococo Revival Painted Porcelain and Gilt-Metal Mantel Clock with Pair of Five-Light Candelabra, Dial Signed N. G. Wood & Sons, Boston

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Origin

Continental Europe, probably France; provisional

Period

Circa 1880–1900; early 20th century not excluded

Dimensions

Not yet measured; dimensions available on request.

Condition

Gilding wear, surface marks and oxidation visible in original photographs. Lines and joins at some candelabrum mounts may indicate cracks or old repairs; physical inspection required. Porcelain restoration, mechanism completeness, running and striking condition not verified.

Reference

B80

About this piece

A three-piece Rococo Revival mantel garniture comprising a clock and a pair of five-light candelabra, with painted white porcelain bodies, floral sprays, landscape reserves, courting scenes and raised gilt ornament within scrolling gilt-metal mounts. The clock dial is inscribed N. G. Wood & Sons, Boston, interpreted as a retailer signature. Provisionally attributed to Continental Europe, probably France, circa 1880–1900, with an early twentieth-century date not excluded. The porcelain factory, metal alloy and movement maker remain unconfirmed. Clock operation has not been tested. Gilding wear, surface marks and oxidation visible in original photographs. Lines and joins at some candelabrum mounts may indicate cracks or old repairs; physical inspection required. Porcelain restoration, mechanism completeness, running and striking condition not verified. Dimensions have not yet been measured. Pendulum and key completeness remain unconfirmed.