Since its establishment in 1860, the Maison Baguès has been an emblem of French sophistication in luxury lighting design. Each piece the firm makes is hand-assembled using traditional techniques in order to emphasize the elegance and excellence of their detailed artisanal work. Still the epitome of savoir-faire, Maison Baguès’ luxurious chandeliers, floor lamps and other lighting fixtures are prized for their craftsmanship, beauty and harmony.
The master metalsmith Noël Baguès founded the company as specialists in liturgical bronzes, but by 1880 the company had expanded into the production of bronze light fixtures in response to the development of electrical lighting. Carried on by Noël’s son Eugène and grandsons Victor and Robert, Maison Baguès continued to progress, adding intricately detailed iron lighting collections in the 1920s as well as stair banisters, gates and accessory tables.
Baguès began selling internationally in the interwar period, expanding the company’s operation to New York, Rome and Cairo. Noted for their high-end handcrafted work, such as complex carved sconces and hand-strung crystal chandeliers, Maison Baguès appealed to an elite clientele.
While Baguès’ Art Deco crystal lighting fixtures drew the most attention, the company was also known for bespoke metalwork that drew commissions from important interior designers and decorating firms such as Maison Jansen and Raymond Subes. The idiosyncratic genius Armand-Albert Rateau used Maison Baguès accessories to decorate the interiors of Jeanne Lanvin’s town home in 1928. Maison Baguès products have also been featured in luxury hotels like Paris's George V and the Savoy in London.
Today, Maison Baguès continues its history of delicate, detailed work and devotes much of its enterprise to preserving the company’s heritage through restoration. Their efforts are worth it.
As you will see on 1stDibs, Maison Baguès remains the last word in classic French lighting and metalwork.
Antique French Ormolu and Marble Clock Cupid and Psyche by Bagues Freres, Paris
By Maison Baguès
Located in Belper, Derbyshire
A magnificent late 19th century French ormolu and white marble mantel clock, by the prestigious Parisian bronziers, Baguès Frères, Paris, beautifully conceived in the Louis XVI style...
Carrara Marble, Ormolu
Louis XV Style Bronze Figural Clock Garniture by Maison Baguès French circa 1870
By Maison Baguès
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A fine Louis XV style gilt and Patinated bronze figural clock garniture by Maison Baguès. This rare example of a clock garniture by Maison Baguès has a twin train eight-day movement striking on a bell. The garniture consists of a clock and a pair of candelabra en suite. The clock has a Rococo cast case surmounted by a patinated bronze putto playing a lyre, above a circular white enamel dial with Roman numerals, Arabic seconds and pierced hands. The dial inscribed 'Eug Bagues, Paris'. The case terminates in four scrolling legs put down on an acanthus cast plinth base. The candelabra en suite have gilt bronze pierced acanthus cast bases supporting patinated bronze putti each holding aloft three scrolling acanthus arms terminating in circular and foliate cast drip trays and nozzles. Maison Baguès The Baguès Company, located at 31, rue des Francs-Bourgeois, was founded in 1840 by Mr. Noel Baguès who started his business to cast liturgical bronzes. By 1880 the company had expanded into the production of bronze light fixtures in response to the development of electrical lighting. Carried on by Noël’s son Eugène and grandsons Victor and Robert, Maison Baguès continued to progress, adding intricately detailed iron lighting collections in the 1920s as well as stair banisters...
Bronze
$38,950Sale Price / set|48% Off
H 34 in W 22 in D 13.5 in
French 19th Century Louis XIV Style Empire Ormolu Clock Garniture, Raingo Frers
By Raingo Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and palatial French 19th century Louis XIV style Empire figural ormolu three-piece clock and candelabra garniture suite, comprising of a gilt-bronze clock and a pair of t...
Bronze
French Massive Mantel Clock of Psyche and Cupid Signed Deniere
Located in London, GB
French massive mantel clock of Psyche and Cupid signed Deniere. Superb example after the original late 18th century model by Claud Michalon. This version was made by the famous early...
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
$3,150
H 17 in W 12 in D 7 in
French Belle Époque Ormolu and White Marble Cupid Mantel Clock, circa 1880
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
A handsome French Belle Époque ormolu and white marble figural mantel clock, circa 1880, attributed to Lemerle-Charpentier & Cie., Paris. The clock is surmounted by a finely mod...
Marble, Enamel, Ormolu
Antique French Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock
Located in New York, NY
Very fine quality antique French Louis XV style gilt bronze mantel clock measuring 22 by 15 by 9 inches with porcelain dial signed C.H. BAGLIA, MILANO, a prestigious upscale retailer...
Bronze
Fine Quality Louis XV-Style Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock
Located in New York, NY
The 8-day time and strike movement with silk thread suspension, dial signed "Raingo Freres, A Paris”. Origin: French Date: Mid/late 19th century Dimension: 23 in. x 27 in. x 12 in.
Bronze
$88,792 / set
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 13 in
Griotte marble and gilt and patinated bronze clock garniture by Graux
Located in London, GB
Griotte marble and gilt and patinated bronze clock garniture by Graux French, c. 1870 Clock: Height 80cm, width 40cm, depth 33cm Candelabra: Height 82cm, width 40cm, depth 40cmvarious This fine three-piece set includes a mantel clock and a pair of candelabra. The pieces are crafted from bronze—both gilt and patinated—and rich griotte marble. The clock features a griotte marble truncated column shaped base, which is adorned with gilt bronze mounts, such as a low relief plaque and beading. The front of the case is inset with a dial within a gilt bronze bezel and beneath glass. Strikingly, the clock case is surmounted by a large and impressive patinated bronze sculptural group after an original by Clodion, which depicts two nymphs carousing with musical instruments and bunches of grapes. The candelabra are similarly decorated, each with a conforming marble base. The stem of each candelabrum is modelled as two patinated bronze figures holding aloft the candelabrum head, which issues seven gilt bronze branches: six scrolling branches and one central one. The clock dial is signed 'Jules Graux...
Griotte Marble, Bronze
$3,495
H 20.5 in W 22 in D 9 in
Raingo Freres Bronze and Slate French Louis XV Style Figural Mantel Clock
By Raingo Frères
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Use the 1stdibs call button anytime you want to have a pleasant conversation about this item and speak to a real, educated antique dealer. Measures: 20.5 tall x 9 deep x 22 wide. T...
Slate, Bronze
Louis XV Style Imari Mantle Clock Garniture
Located in Montreal, QC
Louis XV style gilt bronze and porcelain Imari mantel clock and garniture.
Ormolu
Bronze Figural Clock by Deniere, Paris, circa 1870
By Maison Deniere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A bronze figural clock by Deniere, Paris, circa 1870. Modeled as Cupid seated on his bow and quiver, a dove at his rear, the enamel dial signed Deniere Ft...
Bronze
Gilt bronze garniture set
Located in Atlanta, GA
Very fine gilt bronze Rococo style garniture set depicting frolicking cherubs and a satyr. The clock is 31 inches high and 24 inches wide. The candelabra...
Ormolu
French Louis XV Style Bronze Dore Wall Clock
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV-style (19th Century) large bronze dore wall clock with two figures on top and floral trim. (Not working)
Bronze
$5,122
H 10 in W 6.5 in D 4 in
French Empire Miniature Ormolu Clock of Cupid Signed by Ledure and Thomas
Located in London, GB
French Empire miniature ormolu clock of Cupid signed by Ledure and Thomas. A small French Empire clock only 10 inches (25 cms high) but of outstanding quality. A figure of Cupid stan...
Ormolu
Louis XV Style Garniture Clock Set
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Extremely decorative Louis XV style turquoise porcelain three-piece garniture clock set with bronze doré' mounts. (Turquoise foo dogs Chinese export...
Bronze
French Empire Ormolu Mantel Clock Depicting Cupid & Psyche
Located in Tarzana, CA
Exquisite early 19th century French Empire hand-chiseled ormolu mantel clock. Set on bracket feet and a rectangular base. Above, a superb inset plaque of Psyche and Cupid embracing c...
Bronze
A French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Bronze Clock Garniture
Located in Tarzana, CA
A French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Bronze Clock Garniture Having an enamel dial with arabic numbers accompanied by two candelabras with cherubs on white marble bases France, Circa...
Rare Eugene Bagues Dark and Bright Bronze French Cartel Clock with Putti
By Maison Baguès
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exceptional 1920s French bronze cartel clock by Eugène Baguès is a masterful expression of Parisian decorative arts, combining the thea...
Bronze
Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock in Louis XV Style, Signed Eugène Bagues
By Maison Baguès
Located in Peyraud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Late 19th century gilt and sculpted bronze cartel clock in Louis XV style richly decorated with rocaille, flowery foliage and openwork lattices. The clock rests on four curved feet t...
Ormolu, Bronze
Huge Antique French Ormolu Bronze Baroque Clock Set
By Maison Baguès
Located in Belper, Derbyshire
A superbly made and very large (30" in height) antique French clock set dating from around 1890. Beautifully and substantially modelled and finished and with a lovely original gild. ...
Ormolu
Antique French Ormolu Cartel Wall Clock by Maison Baguès, Paris
By Maison Baguès
Located in Belper, Derbyshire
A superb ormolu (fine gilded bronze) by the famous Maison Baguès, circa 1890. Beautifully made, crisp and finely finished with a lovely original gild. It is Baroque in style with win...
Ormolu