Belle Epoque C L Detouche Paris Ormolu Figural Mantle

Belle Epoque C L Detouche Paris Ormolu Figural Mantle Clock Garniture. Comprising a figural mantel clock and a pair of four-light candelabra en suite. Constantin-Louis Detouche (1810-1889). The gilt bronze clock surmounted by a figure of a scholar, with a pair of four-light candelabra en suite. 'C. DETOUCHE / FEUR DES ML'EMPEREUR / A PARIS' to the dial. Movement marked 'C. DETOUCHE / BREVETE S.G.D.G. / 228-230 R ST MARTIN PARIS / 41039'. Paris, France. Late 19th century. {Approximate dimensions: Clock 14 high x 16 wide x 5 1/2 inches deep.}. Condition: Very minor chips to marble edges, very minor patina to the gilt metal, beaded accent piece likely reglued. Detouche was appointed official clock-maker to Emperor Napoleon III (1808-1873; reign 1852-1870). Winder and pendulum available.