Miniature Brass Carriage Clock 19th Century

Name: Miniature Carriage Clock Richard Co Maker
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1108091
Price: 750 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectClocks
Period19th century
Style19th Century French
MaterialBrass, Glass, Enamel
ColourBrass
MotifsCarrying handle, White enamel dial, Roman numerals, Brass case
SizeH 10 cm (4 in) x W 8 cm (3 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

This Victorian miniature carriage clock reflects nineteenth-century French styling, constructed with a brass case, glass panels, and a white enamel dial bearing black Roman numerals. The design incorporates a structured brass carrying handle with segmented details atop the flat case, step-moulded framing around the glass face, and short stepped feet supporting the base. Additional visible elements include circular minute tracking around the dial perimeter and two dark clock hands pointing toward the upper right. Measuring 10 cm high, 8 cm wide, and 7 cm deep, the piece sits neatly on a mantelpiece or desk surface. It functions practically as a traditional timepiece while serving as a decorative accent in a gentleman's library, study, or living room setting.

FAQs

A carriage clock is a small, portable spring-driven timepiece developed in the early nineteenth century for travel, featuring a rectangular case with glass panels and a top carrying handle.

Traditional carriage clocks are constructed with solid brass or gilt-brass cases, bevelled glass panels, steel clockwork movements, and white enamel dials featuring black painted numerals.

Authentic pieces feature heavy brass casing, finely bevelled glass plates, hand-painted enamel dials, and maker marks or serial numbers stamped directly onto the rear movement plate.

Position a brass carriage clock on a fireplace mantelpiece, executive desk, or deep window sill alongside leather-bound books and classic brass decorative accents.

Clean the brass case gently with a dry microfibre cloth avoiding abrasive liquid polishes, and have the mechanical movement cleaned and lubricated by a professional horologist every five years.

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