N Wilson Antiques Clocks has dated this piece to the Regency era.
The top of the case features an urn with shaped mouldings followed by a leaf and flower relief to the front. The body of the case then has “torch” like columns to each edge which are then topped with a small bird with its wings spread. There are then further mounts to the centre of each side as well as a beautiful scrolling shaped panel beneath the dial featuring flowers and fruits. There is then another section featuring a lions paw to each corner as well as a further scrolling mount to the front, this time featuring a shell to the centre. This then all sits on a rectangular base which is finished by four beautiful shaped feet.
The dial is then enamel and in absolutely lovely condition. It is set out in black Roman numerals with a thin ring to the outside marking the minutes. The dial is then signed by the maker “Barraud’s Cornhill London” and is numbered “958”. Finally the dial is finished by two shaped hands and a shaped, gilt bronze surround.
The movement is then wound from the front and accessed from the back. It is a single chain fusee example of absolutely stunning quality. The clock ticks away as it should and comes complete with its regulating pendulum, winding key, and travel nut. A truly exceptional example.
“The Barrauds family were prolific Clock & Watchmakers, particularly specialising in Chronometers. Paul Philip Barraud was Master of Clockmakers Company in 1810 & 1811. He partnered Howells & Jamison in the late 18th century to make Mudges Timekeepers. He died in 1820 but his sons carried on the business and it later became known as Barraud & Lunds”
It measures approximately:
11” / 28cm Tall.
5.5” / 14cm Wide.
4.25” / 10.75cm Deep.
N Wilson Antiques Clocks has dated this piece to the Regency era.
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Antique Gilt Bronze Regency Chain Fusee Barrauds Cornhill London 958
