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Green of London Double Fusee Bracket Clock
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Green of London Double Fusee Bracket Clock

18th century
Sold 22 December 2024 · Sturmans Antiques
This “Green of London Double Fusee Bracket Clock” found a buyer.

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Description

A fine quality George III double fusee bracket clock with bell top ebonised case, fully restored and working c.1765. The ebonised case with bell top and brass carry handle. The glazed door covering the dial with decorative cast brass insets to the top corners, moulded window surround with matching moulding to the corners. Glazed view windows set to each side and matching glazed door to the rear; moulded plinth to the base with small pad feet below. Arched brass dial with silvered chapter ring, subsidiary dial sat in the arch for the strike silence facility, date aperture to the lower half of the dial. Matted dial centre and cast brass spandrels to the corners and the arch with original gilt finish; original blued steel hands. The double fusee movement with anchor escapement and bell striking on the hour, engraved back plate bearing the makers name to match the dial. James Green is recorded in Britains as working in London between 1755 and 1794. This excellent example in original condition, the movement fully overhauled and working. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 18.5" high or 21" with handle up x 11" wide x 7" deep.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
53.5cm (21.06")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Double Fusee Bracket Clock to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1093386
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 39861
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Description
A fine quality George III double fusee bracket clock with bell top ebonised case, fully restored and working c.1765. The ebonised case with bell top and brass carry handle.
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The glazed door covering the dial with decorative cast brass insets to the top corners, moulded window surround with matching moulding to the corners.
Sturmans Antiques

Glazed view windows set to each side and matching glazed door to the rear; moulded plinth to the base with small pad feet below. Arched brass dial with silvered chapter ring, subsidiary dial sat in the arch for the strike silence facility, date aperture to the lower half of the dial. Matted dial centre and cast brass spandrels to the corners and the arch with original gilt finish; original blued steel hands. The double fusee movement with anchor escapement and bell striking on the hour, engraved back plate bearing the makers name to match the dial. James Green is recorded in Britains as working in London between 1755 and 1794. This excellent example in original condition, the movement fully overhauled and working. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 18.5" high or 21" with handle up x 11" wide x 7" deep.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Height
53.5cm (21.06")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Double Fusee Bracket Clock to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1093386
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 39861
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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An upright black ebonised wooden bracket clock with a brass carrying handle, elaborate gilt spandrels, and a silvered roman numeral dial. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An upright black ebonised wooden bracket clock with a brass carrying handle, elaborate gilt spandrels, and a silvered roman numeral dial. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Green of London Double Fusee Bracket Clock

Archive II An upright black ebonised wooden bracket clock with a brass carrying handle, elaborate gilt spandrels, and a silvered roman numeral dial. View II
Archive III An upright black ebonised wooden bracket clock with a brass carrying handle, elaborate gilt spandrels, and a silvered roman numeral dial. View III
Archive IV An upright black ebonised wooden bracket clock with a brass carrying handle, elaborate gilt spandrels, and a silvered roman numeral dial. View IV
Archive V An upright black ebonised wooden bracket clock with a brass carrying handle, elaborate gilt spandrels, and a silvered roman numeral dial. View V
Archive VI An upright black ebonised wooden bracket clock with a brass carrying handle, elaborate gilt spandrels, and a silvered roman numeral dial. View VI
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Sturmans Antiques Ltd
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Hawes
North Yorkshire
DL8 3QW
United Kingdom
Verified Since Sep 2012
Items For Sale 180
Items Sold 10,946
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Location: Sturmans Antiques Ltd, Main Street, Hawes, North Yorkshire, DL8 3QW, United Kingdom
Verified
Sep 2012
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180
Sold
10,946
An upright black ebonised wooden bracket clock with a brass carrying handle, elaborate gilt spandrels, and a silvered roman numeral dial.
Green of London Double Fusee Bracket Clock
Ref: SA1093386
An upright black ebonised wooden bracket clock with a brass carrying handle, elaborate gilt spandrels, and a silvered roman numeral dial.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectClocks
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialEbonised Wood, Brass, Glass
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsBrass carrying handle, Gilt brass spandrels, Roman numeral dial, Subordinate strike dial
  • SizeH 53.5 cm (21 in) x W 28 cm (11 in) x D 18 cm (7 in)

A bracket clock is a portable mechanical clock designed during the 17th and 18th centuries to be placed on a bracket or table, originally built with spring-driven movements to allow movement between rooms without losing time.

These timepieces typically feature a timber case such as mahogany, ebonised wood, or walnut, housing a brass movement with fusee cones to equalise the pull of the mainspring, accompanied by gilt-brass mounts and engraved dials.

Authentication involves examining the hand-engraved details on the backplate and dial, checking for matching serial numbers on the movement and case, and verifying the presence of fire-gilt brass mounts and period-correct timber aging.

Place the clock prominently on a mantelpiece, a console table, or a study bookshelf to serve as a sophisticated focal point that contrasts traditional mechanics with contemporary clean lines.

Keep the clock away from direct sunlight, extreme temperature fluctuations, and moisture, and have the mechanical movement professionally serviced every few years to ensure longevity and accurate timekeeping.
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