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William Clement of Totnes Lantern Clock. circa Late 17th Century.
For sale by M. C. Taylor
for sale €6,435     $6,985
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William Clement of Totnes Lantern Clock. circa Late 17th Century.

17th century
For Sale by M. C. Taylor
Description

A rare clock by this highly collectable maker.

The thirty hour duration movement with an early Anchor Recoil escapement and the usual countwheel striking of the hours on a top-mounted bell. Both of the trains have uncolleted and tapered wheel arbors.

The diameter of the chapter ring is 6 1/2" and is signed by the maker with the place spelt as "Tottness". The frame dimensions are 5 3/4" x 5 3/4" x 6 1/2" high.

This clock appears to have always been Anchor Recoil escapement but the front potence has had its position changed and the pallet arbor looks as though it has been replaced (probably due to wear).

As far as I am aware, this is the only lantern clock to date known, by this maker.

William Clement of Totnes died in 1736.

Circa: 1690.

Provenance: Purchased in London from a collector.

For further information, please contact us via email at

info@bournemouthclocks.co.uk

Physical Dimensions
Height
16.5cm (6.50")
Width
14.6cm (5.75")
Depth
14.6cm (5.75")
Declaration

M. C. Taylor has dated this Antique Brass Lantern Clock to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1045621
Dealers Internal Reference
SA 14475
Description
A rare clock by this highly collectable maker.
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The thirty hour duration movement with an early Anchor Recoil escapement and the usual countwheel striking of the hours on a top-mounted bell.
M. C. Taylor

Both of the trains have uncolleted and tapered wheel arbors.

fig 1. An antique 17th-century brass lantern clock featuring an engraved dial plate with Roman numerals, pierced fretwork, and an upper bell structure.
fig 1. William Clement of Totnes Lantern Clock. circa Late 17th Century.

The diameter of the chapter ring is 6 1/2" and is signed by the maker with the place spelt as "Tottness". The frame dimensions are 5 3/4" x 5 3/4" x 6 1/2" high.

This clock appears to have always been Anchor Recoil escapement but the front potence has had its position changed and the pallet arbor looks as though it has been replaced (probably due to wear).

fig 2. An antique 17th-century brass lantern clock featuring an engraved dial plate with Roman numerals, pierced fretwork, and an upper bell structure.
fig 2. William Clement of Totnes Lantern Clock. circa Late 17th Century.

As far as I am aware, this is the only lantern clock to date known, by this maker.

William Clement of Totnes died in 1736.

Circa: 1690.

Provenance: Purchased in London from a collector.

For further information, please contact us via email at

info@bournemouthclocks.co.uk

Height
16.5cm (6.50")
Width
14.6cm (5.75")
Depth
14.6cm (5.75")
Date of Manufacture

M. C. Taylor has dated this Antique Brass Lantern Clock to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1045621
Dealers Internal Ref
SA 14475
M. C. Taylor
M. C. Taylor
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2021

Clockmakers and restorers established 1987

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An antique 17th-century brass lantern clock featuring an engraved dial plate with Roman numerals, pierced fretwork, and an upper bell structure.
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Archive I An antique 17th-century brass lantern clock featuring an engraved dial plate with Roman numerals, pierced fretwork, and an upper bell structure.

William Clement of Totnes Lantern Clock. circa Late 17th Century.

Archive II An antique 17th-century brass lantern clock featuring an engraved dial plate with Roman numerals, pierced fretwork, and an upper bell structure. View II
Archive III An antique 17th-century brass lantern clock featuring an engraved dial plate with Roman numerals, pierced fretwork, and an upper bell structure. View III
Archive IV An antique 17th-century brass lantern clock featuring an engraved dial plate with Roman numerals, pierced fretwork, and an upper bell structure. View IV
Archive V An antique 17th-century brass lantern clock featuring an engraved dial plate with Roman numerals, pierced fretwork, and an upper bell structure. View V
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Archive VIII An antique 17th-century brass lantern clock featuring an engraved dial plate with Roman numerals, pierced fretwork, and an upper bell structure. View VIII
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M. C. Taylor

M. C. Taylor
Telephone 01202 429718
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Bournemouth
Dorset
BH7 6BB
United Kingdom
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An antique 17th-century brass lantern clock featuring an engraved dial plate with Roman numerals, pierced fretwork, and an upper bell structure.
WILLIAM CLEMENT OF TOTNES LANTERN CLOCK. CIRCA LATE 17TH CENTURY.
Ref: SA1045621
An antique 17th-century brass lantern clock featuring an engraved dial plate with Roman numerals, pierced fretwork, and an upper bell structure.
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  • ObjectClocks
  • Period17th century
  • Style17th Century / Baroque
  • MaterialBrass, Iron
  • ColourWarm Gold
  • MotifsEngraved chapter ring, pierced foliage frets, single hand, bell canopy
  • SizeH 16.5 cm (6 in) x W 14.6 cm (6 in) x D 14.6 cm (6 in)

This seventeenth-century Baroque lantern clock originates from the late seventeenth century and is attributed to the maker William Clement of Totnes. The piece incorporates brass and iron components finished in a warm gold tone, displaying a circular engraved chapter ring marked with Roman numerals, pierced foliage frets above the dial, and a domed upper bell structure enclosed by structural corner pillars with ball feet. A single pierced iron hand sits centrally on the engraved dial plate, complemented by hanging chains suspended beneath the base and a small white paper collection tag attached to the upper right pillar. The clock measures 16.5 cm high, 14.6 cm wide, and 14.6 cm deep. Suitable for display within a gentleman's library or study, it serves as a functional timepiece when placed securely upon a mantelpiece or bookshelf.

FAQs

A lantern clock, also known as a birdcage clock, is a type of early weight-driven domestic wall or shelf clock constructed primarily from brass, popular in England throughout the seventeenth century.

These clocks were typically constructed using cast brass for the frame, dial plate, chapter ring, and decorative crest frets, combined with wrought iron for the internal arbors, top straps, and overhead bell.

Authentic period examples often feature a single steel hour hand, a hand-engraved dial centre with floral or foliate motifs, hand-forged iron components, and evidence of historical escapement conversions.

A brass lantern clock serves as a strong focal point when displayed on a dark timber mantelpiece, a stone shelf, or integrated into a curated library display.

Dust the brass frame gently with a soft microfibre cloth, avoid using abrasive chemical cleaners that strip the historical patina, and have the mechanical movement serviced periodically by a qualified horologist.
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