Baroque Brass Mantel Clock & Five-Arm Candelabra Set - Scrollwork Rocaille

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative objects command a mantelpiece with the authority of a fully matched garniture — and this three-piece Baroque brass set is no exception. Conceived in the grand tradition of eighteenth-century European court interiors, the set unites a central mantel clock with a pair of flanking five-arm candelabras in a composition of extraordinary visual harmony. The warm, richly gilded brass captures and radiates light with every flicker of a candle flame, turning any console, sideboard, or chimneypiece into the undisputed focal point of the room. This is a piece that does not merely decorate — it presides.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Every element of this garniture is cast and hand-finished in brass, a material prized since the Baroque era for its ability to receive gilded finishes while retaining structural precision in fine ornamental detail. The candelabras rise from deeply carved square plinths embellished with acanthus leaves and floral rosettes — cast with the kind of three-dimensional depth that only hand-chasing can achieve. Each stem ascends through a repoussé-worked baluster shaft, swelling and tapering in the classical manner, before opening into five sweeping arms. These arms are shaped as naturalistic scrolling branches — a hallmark of the Louis XV Rococo vocabulary — each terminating in a leaf-form bobeche candle cup ready to receive a taper. The mantel clock mirrors this ornamental language: its waisted case is crowned with a cast urn finial flanked by C-scroll volutes, its apron adorned with rocaille cartouches and acanthus appliqué, and its cabriole-inspired feet settle into the surface with the confident grace of a piece that has stood in grand salons for centuries. The clock face is set in dark contrast to the gilded surround, with classical Roman numerals providing legibility within the ornate frame. A quartz movement ensures silent, accurate timekeeping worthy of the set's visual ambition.

Dimensions & Details

The complete garniture weighs 4 kg and is offered as a 3-piece set: one central clock and two matching candelabras. Each candelabra accommodates five standard taper candles. The set is available in multiple finish variants — including Gold, Silver, and Antique Gold — allowing precise coordination with your existing interior palette. Minimal assembly is required to position the candelabra arms upon their stems.

Handcrafted in Egypt

This garniture is handcrafted by Brass & Wood artisans in Egypt, working within a long tradition of metal casting and finishing that honors the European originals it is inspired by. Each piece is individually finished, ensuring that the gilded surface carries the subtle warmth and slight variation of human handiwork rather than the cold uniformity of mass production. At Brass & Wood, we believe that luxury lies not in perfection alone, but in the evidence of the craftsman's hand — and in this set, that evidence is everywhere.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the clock movement type?

The mantel clock uses a quartz movement, providing accurate, battery-operated timekeeping with no winding required. This ensures the set is as practical as it is decorative.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — the candelabra arms are designed to seat securely onto the central stem without tools. The clock arrives fully assembled.

Can this set be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization of the brass finish color. Please contact our team to discuss your specific requirements for bespoke commissions.