C.1895, French, Bronzed Spelter 3-Piece figural set in good original condition.

C.1895, French, Bronzed Spelter 3-Piece figural set in good original condition. Much of the finish has worn off the case, and exposed spelter has turned dark gray; other areas of gilding are intact. We looked through the books in an effort to identify the seated gentleman. He is definitely a scholar, perhaps a marine scholar, as he holds a sea shell in his left hand, and holds a book open with his right hand and with other books leaning against the "table" occupied by the clock itself; atop the table is a pen and ink set. There are no breaks nor repairs apparent to the spelter, however the dial has chips at both winding holes. If this were American, it would be expensive. Height of clock = 14"; height of candelabra = 17 inches