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Rare 19th Century Antique Iron Gentleman Clock Case
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    34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.
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Rare 19th Century Antique Iron Gentleman Clock Case

19th century
Sold 26 April 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Rare 19th Century Antique Iron Gentleman Clock Case

This is a fabulous, rare original antique cast iron clock case in the form of a blinking man, requiring a clock, his blinking eyes are still in the case. Stamped by the maker Bradley & Hubbard and Patented in July 1857. In superb condition, decorative and a good, tall size. This is an original, not reproduction.

Dimensions

Height: 41cm (16.27")

Width: 21cm (8.33")

Depth: 15cm (5.95")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Cast Iron Clock Case to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
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SA1039267
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Rare 19th Century Antique Iron Gentleman Clock Case
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This is a fabulous, rare original antique cast iron clock case in the form of a blinking man, requiring a clock, his blinking eyes are still in the case.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Stamped by the maker Bradley & Hubbard and Patented in July 1857. In superb condition, decorative and a good, tall size. This is an original, not reproduction.

Dimensions

Height: 41cm (16.27")

Width: 21cm (8.33")

Depth: 15cm (5.95")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Cast Iron Clock Case to the 19th Century.

Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1039267
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A painted cast iron figural clock case shaped like a standing gentleman in period attire, featuring a circular hollow aperture in the torso. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare 19th Century Antique Iron Gentleman Clock Case

Archive II A painted cast iron figural clock case shaped like a standing gentleman in period attire, featuring a circular hollow aperture in the torso. View II
Archive III A painted cast iron figural clock case shaped like a standing gentleman in period attire, featuring a circular hollow aperture in the torso. View III
Archive IV A painted cast iron figural clock case shaped like a standing gentleman in period attire, featuring a circular hollow aperture in the torso. View IV
Archive V A painted cast iron figural clock case shaped like a standing gentleman in period attire, featuring a circular hollow aperture in the torso. View V
Archive VI A painted cast iron figural clock case shaped like a standing gentleman in period attire, featuring a circular hollow aperture in the torso. View VI
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01524 241716
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United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mga
Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 160
Items Sold 10,768
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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A painted cast iron figural clock case shaped like a standing gentleman in period attire, featuring a circular hollow aperture in the torso.
Rare 19th Century Antique Iron Gentleman Clock Case
Ref: SA1039267
A painted cast iron figural clock case shaped like a standing gentleman in period attire, featuring a circular hollow aperture in the torso.
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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialCast Iron, Paint
  • ColourMulti-colour
  • MotifsFigural representation, Period costume detailing, Integral plinth base
  • SizeH 41 cm (16 in) x W 21 cm (8 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

FAQs

These decorative housings often depict historical, literary, or caricatured figures, reflecting the Victorian eras fascination with narrative and decorative metalwork.

Pieces were typically produced using sand casting techniques with heavy cast iron, then hand-painted with lead-based pigments or enamels to highlight details.

Authentic items display genuine surface wear, layered paint oxidation, sand-casting texture anomalies, and appropriate fastener types consistent with nineteenth-century foundry practices.

Display the piece as a sculptural focal point on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or desk to add historical character and industrial contrast to contemporary spaces.

Maintain the item in a stable environment away from humidity, clean only with a soft dry brush, and avoid chemical solvents that could damage the historic painted finish.
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