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A Fine Quality Bracket / Mantel / Wall Clock by James Ritchie of Edinburgh
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A Fine Quality Bracket / Mantel / Wall Clock by James Ritchie of Edinburgh

19th century
Sold 22 October 2024 · FJ & RD Story Antique Clocks
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A high quality 8 day mahogany and brass inlaid bracket clock, by James Ritchie & Son, Edinburgh c.1837 ( William IV) striking the hours on a single bell with additional alarm feature. The clock also has a mahogany wall bracket so the clock can be wall mounted if desired.

The high quality case veneered in beautifully figured flame mahogany, inlaid with brass decoration to the front and to the canted side mouldings, terminating with brass capitals. The elegantly shaped sweeping pagoda style top with finely carved decoration to the centre. Cast brass silk lined fishscale frets to the sides. the brass inlaid moulded plinth terminating on four turned bun feet. A fine quality triple support mahogany wall bracket with fine quality carving.

The beautifully executed silvered and engraved brass dial of pagoda shape with roman numeral chapter ring, signed Jas Ritchie & Son Edinburgh. The whole dial surrounded by a silvered cast brass frame. Alarm setting aperture to the centre of the dial above the VI.

The fully restored high quality twin fusee movement of eight day duration, united by five knopped pillars, with the original anchor escapement and striking the hours on a single bell. Heavy engraved brass bob pendulum and knurled thumbscrew pendulum restraint. The alarm sounding on an additional single bell, operating when set to the desired time by a three armed rotating hammer.

Beautiful fretted blued steel hands of delicate trefoil design, with the additional central blued steel pointer hand for alarm setting facility.

An elegant, well proportioned original clock with a wonderfully figured mahogany case of excellent colour and patination.

All of our clock movements are restored by our horologist who works exclusively for us.

Our horologist is a Fellow of the British Horological Institute (FBHI), having 35 years of full time professional engagement in the repair & restoration of clocks, watches, music boxes & barometers. He was the recipient of the 1977 Worshipful Company of Clockmakers Bronze Medal.

Please contact us for further details and delivery information.

Physical Dimensions
Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Declaration

FJ & RD Story Antique Clocks has dated this Antique Bracket Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1070483
Dealers Internal Reference
Ritchie/24
Description
A high quality 8 day mahogany and brass inlaid bracket clock, by James Ritchie & Son, Edinburgh c.1837 ( William IV) striking the hours on a single bell with additional alarm feature. The clock also has a mahogany wall bracket so the clock can be wall mounted if desired.
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The high quality case veneered in beautifully figured flame mahogany, inlaid with brass decoration to the front and to the canted side mouldings, terminating with brass capitals.
FJ & RD Story Antique Clocks

The elegantly shaped sweeping pagoda style top with finely carved decoration to the centre. Cast brass silk lined fishscale frets to the sides. the brass inlaid moulded plinth terminating on four turned bun feet. A fine quality triple support mahogany wall bracket with fine quality carving.

fig 1. An upright wooden bracket clock featuring a mahogany case with brass floral inlay, an arched top, and a silvered dial face with Roman numerals.
fig 1. A Fine Quality Bracket / Mantel / Wall Clock by James Ritchie of Edinburgh

The beautifully executed silvered and engraved brass dial of pagoda shape with roman numeral chapter ring, signed Jas Ritchie & Son Edinburgh. The whole dial surrounded by a silvered cast brass frame. Alarm setting aperture to the centre of the dial above the VI.

fig 2. An upright wooden bracket clock featuring a mahogany case with brass floral inlay, an arched top, and a silvered dial face with Roman numerals.
fig 2. A Fine Quality Bracket / Mantel / Wall Clock by James Ritchie of Edinburgh

The fully restored high quality twin fusee movement of eight day duration, united by five knopped pillars, with the original anchor escapement and striking the hours on a single bell. Heavy engraved brass bob pendulum and knurled thumbscrew pendulum restraint. The alarm sounding on an additional single bell, operating when set to the desired time by a three armed rotating hammer.

fig 3. An upright wooden bracket clock featuring a mahogany case with brass floral inlay, an arched top, and a silvered dial face with Roman numerals.
fig 3. A Fine Quality Bracket / Mantel / Wall Clock by James Ritchie of Edinburgh

Beautiful fretted blued steel hands of delicate trefoil design, with the additional central blued steel pointer hand for alarm setting facility.

An elegant, well proportioned original clock with a wonderfully figured mahogany case of excellent colour and patination.

fig 4. An upright wooden bracket clock featuring a mahogany case with brass floral inlay, an arched top, and a silvered dial face with Roman numerals.
fig 4. A Fine Quality Bracket / Mantel / Wall Clock by James Ritchie of Edinburgh

All of our clock movements are restored by our horologist who works exclusively for us.

Our horologist is a Fellow of the British Horological Institute (FBHI), having 35 years of full time professional engagement in the repair & restoration of clocks, watches, music boxes & barometers. He was the recipient of the 1977 Worshipful Company of Clockmakers Bronze Medal.

Please contact us for further details and delivery information.

Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Date of Manufacture

FJ & RD Story Antique Clocks has dated this Antique Bracket Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1070483
Dealers Internal Ref
Ritchie/24
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Telephone 07899 751 446 or 01709 589 736
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The Old Vicarage
Highthorn Road
Kilnhurst
South Yorkshire
S64 5TX
United Kingdom
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An upright wooden bracket clock featuring a mahogany case with brass floral inlay, an arched top, and a silvered dial face with Roman numerals.
A Fine Quality Bracket / Mantel / Wall Clock By James Ritchie of Edinburgh
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMantel Clocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourDeep Brown
  • MotifsArched pagoda top, Brass scroll inlay, Roman numeral dial
  • SizeH 48 cm (19 in) x W 30 cm (12 in) x D 19 cm (7 in)

FAQs

Bracket clocks originated in the 17th century as portable spring-driven timepieces designed to sit on a bracket or table, eventually evolving into sophisticated decorative items for affluent homes.

Traditional construction typically involves a hardwood case such as mahogany or oak, often embellished with brass inlays, gilt bronze mounts, and silvered or painted dial faces.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the hand-engraved movement, the quality of timber patination, maker signatures on the dial or backplate, and traditional joinery methods.

An antique bracket clock serves as a sophisticated focal point when placed on a mantelpiece, sideboard, or bookcase, contrasting sharply against minimalist contemporary backdrops.

Preservation requires keeping the clock away from direct sunlight and moisture fluctuations, avoiding over-winding, and having the mechanical movement professionally serviced every few years.
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