What materials were traditionally used in 19th-century wall clocks?

These clocks typically feature solid timber cases such as mahogany, oak, or rosewood, with brass movements, glass bezels, and painted iron or wooden dials.

What is a fusee clock movement?

A fusee is a cone-shaped pulley used in antique clocks to maintain an even tension on the chain or cord as the mainspring unwinds, ensuring more accurate timekeeping.

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8" Fusee Dial Clock in a Mahogany Case. circa Late 19th Century.

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Description

A pretty and very original little wall clock.

The 8 day duration, fusee movement with Anchor Recoil escapement and short pendulum.

Behind an 8" diameter, flat painted iron dial with an off-white background, black outer divided minute track, Roman hour numerals and the maker's name "BUTCHER" (of) "WELLINGBOROUGH" to the centre. The hands are blackened steel the hour of which is 'spade' shaped. Behind a brass bezel with cemented in flat glass.

Contained in a dark mahogany case with a single piece, turned dial surround and a pegged back box with a side access door to the right and a curved, locking and cockbeaded door to the rounded bottom.

* Though this clock appears to be quite late to me, the maker (H. S. BUTCHER of WELLINGBOROUGH) is listed as working from c. 1847 until 1877 therefore, this example must have been made towards the end of his career.

Dimensions: 11" wide x 11" high x 6" deep.

Condition: The case and dial are restored to a high standard. Though being made of brass, the glazed bezel has coloured down to a lovely bronze colour and has a very pleasing appearance. The lower door lock has been replaced as have so many because of loss or damage. The fusee movement is original and working but would greatly benefit from an overhaul. This is a pretty clock and very sound in construction.

Price: The price will include full restoration to the movement.

For further information please contact us at

info@bournemouthclocks.co.uk

Physical Dimensions

Height

27.9cm (10.98")

Width

27.9cm (10.98")

Depth

15.2cm (5.98")

Declaration

M. C. Taylor has dated this Mahogany Fusee Wall Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1069573

Dealers Internal Reference

SA 14490

Description

A pretty and very original little wall clock.

The 8 day duration, fusee movement with Anchor Recoil escapement and short pendulum.

“

Behind an 8" diameter, flat painted iron dial with an off-white background, black outer divided minute track, Roman hour numerals and the maker's name "BUTCHER" (of) "WELLINGBOROUGH" to the centre.

M. C. Taylor

The hands are blackened steel the hour of which is 'spade' shaped. Behind a brass bezel with cemented in flat glass.

fig 1. An angled view of a round mahogany fusee wall clock featuring a white face with black Roman numerals and a side access door. — fig 1. 8" Fusee Dial Clock in a Mahogany Case. circa Late 19th Century.

Contained in a dark mahogany case with a single piece, turned dial surround and a pegged back box with a side access door to the right and a curved, locking and cockbeaded door to the rounded bottom.

Though this clock appears to be quite late to me, the maker (H. S. BUTCHER of WELLINGBOROUGH) is listed as working from c. 1847 until 1877 therefore, this example must have been made towards the end of his career.

fig 2. An angled view of a round mahogany fusee wall clock featuring a white face with black Roman numerals and a side access door. — fig 2. 8" Fusee Dial Clock in a Mahogany Case. circa Late 19th Century.

Dimensions: 11" wide x 11" high x 6" deep.

Condition: The case and dial are restored to a high standard. Though being made of brass, the glazed bezel has coloured down to a lovely bronze colour and has a very pleasing appearance. The lower door lock has been replaced as have so many because of loss or damage. The fusee movement is original and working but would greatly benefit from an overhaul. This is a pretty clock and very sound in construction.

Price: The price will include full restoration to the movement.

For further information please contact us at

info@bournemouthclocks.co.uk

Physical Dimensions

Height

27.9cm (10.98")

Width

27.9cm (10.98")

Depth

15.2cm (5.98")

Date of Manufacture

M. C. Taylor has dated this Mahogany Fusee Wall Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1069573

Dealers Internal Ref

SA 14490

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Mechanical clocks require regular professional servicing every few to several years, must be kept away from direct sunlight and humidity, and should be wound carefully using the correct key.

An antique wall clock serves as a focal point when mounted on a plain neutral wall, pairing well with contemporary minimalist furnishings to create a balanced contrast between old and new.

Authentic pieces generally feature hand-painted dials, brass fusee movements with matching serial numbers, solid wood frames with side or bottom access doors, and signs of age such as minor hairline cracks on the dial.

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