FRENCH BRONZE SILK THREAD SUSPENSION 3 PC CLOCK SET. The gilt bronze case is very finely decorated with intricate detail, forming a large architectural cathedral. The crest is mounted with a pair of figural winged putti each holding a cornucopia of fruit. Below, the pilasters on either side of the dial show large capitols at the top and figural robed maidens at the base surrounded in leaf and scrolled decoration. The bronze 3.75"dial shows porcelain inserts painted with numerals behind a beaded bezel. The lower section has stairs leading up the cathedral with relief molded putti and phoenix forming the front. On either side is a landing with a robed figural maiden holding an urn. The time and strike silk thread movement is signed Douillon, missing the pendulum and bell. The two candelabras have 5 arms each, they are very finely molded showing scrolling arms and filigree and 3 figural mermaids at the triangular platforms. The bronze castings in this set is notably very fine and highly detailed. Clock dimension. 11.5"W x 20.5"H x 7"D. Estimated Value $4,000 - 6,000.