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19th Century Gothic Style J.E. Caldwell Gilt Bronze Clock Garniture Set
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Description
A simply stunning Gothic Style J.E. Caldwell (1882) gilt bronze clock garniture set. A finely cast bronze clock with a pair of matching candelabra each 24 inches tall having five arms and the pair retaining their original snuffers.
James Emmett Caldwell (1813-1881) apprenticed to Peter B. Hayes to learn jewelry trade specializing as a watchmaker.
In 1839 Caldwell opened his own shop in Philadelphia. In 1843 he entered in partnership with Bennett acting under the style Bennett & Caldwell.
In 1848 Bennett died and John C. Farr replaced him as partner. The firm became J.E. Caldwell & Co and later J.E. Caldwell Co. -
More Information
Period: 19th Century Condition: Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Creation Date: 1882 Styles / Movements: Gothic, Traditional Dealer Reference #: 101-4084 Incollect Reference #: 623704
Message from Seller:
GREENWICH LIVING DESIGN (est. 1975) is an Antique and 20th Century Art & Design Gallery located in Stamford, CT for over 30 years. Our gallery carries rare and important design objects by both iconic and lesser-known designers from the 18th to the 20th Century – with a focus on 20th Century French design. Recent installations feature Pierre Jeanneret, Maison Jansen, Gio Ponti, Phillip & Kelvin LaVerne, Warren Platner, Ueli Berger, Massimo Vignelli, and many more.