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Grande Sonnerie Carriage Clock with Alarm – J. F. Bautte Et Cie
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Grande Sonnerie Carriage Clock with Alarm – J. F. Bautte Et Cie

19th century
Description

This exceptional French carriage clock is a true masterpiece of horological craftsmanship, featuring a brass Grande Sonnerie striking and repeating movement with an alarm function. Manufactured by the esteemed J. F. Bautte Et Cie, in collaboration with Rossel Et Fils Sucrs of Geneva, the clock boasts a white enamel dial adorned with Roman numerals, an outer minute track, and a subsidiary seconds dial at the twelve o’clock position. The clock also includes three additional subsidiary dials for the day, date, and alarm, offering a sophisticated array of features.

The twin-train movement strikes a bell and operates with a platform lever escapement, ensuring precision timekeeping with a compensated balance. The clock also includes a three-position strike selection lever in the base, allowing the user to choose the desired strike mode. The backplate is signed, further enhancing the clock’s provenance.

The beautifully crafted gilt brass gorge case is complemented by a swing handle, making it both a functional and visually striking timepiece. Additionally, this remarkable carriage clock comes complete with its original travel case, making it as practical for travel as it is exquisite for display.

A rare and highly collectable timepiece, this Grande Sonnerie carriage clock is a perfect addition for discerning collectors of fine horology.

Serviced and guaranteed for 3 years.

Height: 6? or 15 cm

CIRCA. 1860

Provenance: Private collection, UK

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Height
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

The Antique Clock Co. has dated this Grande Sonnerie Carriage Clock to the 1860s.

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Description
This exceptional French carriage clock is a true masterpiece of horological craftsmanship, featuring a brass Grande Sonnerie striking and repeating movement with an alarm function. Manufactured by the esteemed J. F. Bautte Et Cie, in collaboration with Rossel Et Fils Sucrs of Geneva, the clock boasts a white enamel dial adorned with Roman numerals, an outer minute track, and a subsidiary seconds dial at the twelve o’clock position.
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The clock also includes three additional subsidiary dials for the day, date, and alarm, offering a sophisticated array of features.
The Antique Clock Co.
fig 1. A rectangular brass carriage clock featuring a top carrying handle, glass panels, a main white enamel dial with Roman numerals, and three subsidiary dials for calendar functions.
fig 1. Grande Sonnerie Carriage Clock with Alarm – J. F. Bautte Et Cie

The twin-train movement strikes a bell and operates with a platform lever escapement, ensuring precision timekeeping with a compensated balance. The clock also includes a three-position strike selection lever in the base, allowing the user to choose the desired strike mode. The backplate is signed, further enhancing the clock’s provenance.

fig 2. A rectangular brass carriage clock featuring a top carrying handle, glass panels, a main white enamel dial with Roman numerals, and three subsidiary dials for calendar functions.
fig 2. Grande Sonnerie Carriage Clock with Alarm – J. F. Bautte Et Cie

The beautifully crafted gilt brass gorge case is complemented by a swing handle, making it both a functional and visually striking timepiece. Additionally, this remarkable carriage clock comes complete with its original travel case, making it as practical for travel as it is exquisite for display.

fig 3. A rectangular brass carriage clock featuring a top carrying handle, glass panels, a main white enamel dial with Roman numerals, and three subsidiary dials for calendar functions.
fig 3. Grande Sonnerie Carriage Clock with Alarm – J. F. Bautte Et Cie

A rare and highly collectable timepiece, this Grande Sonnerie carriage clock is a perfect addition for discerning collectors of fine horology.

Serviced and guaranteed for 3 years.

Height: 6? or 15 cm

CIRCA. 1860

Provenance: Private collection, UK

Would you like to view this clock in your own home?

Contact us to arrange a viewing with our Homeview service.

(T&C’s apply.)

Height
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

The Antique Clock Co. has dated this Grande Sonnerie Carriage Clock to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1108479
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Archive I A rectangular brass carriage clock featuring a top carrying handle, glass panels, a main white enamel dial with Roman numerals, and three subsidiary dials for calendar functions.

Grande Sonnerie Carriage Clock with Alarm – J. F. Bautte Et Cie

Archive II A rectangular brass carriage clock featuring a top carrying handle, glass panels, a main white enamel dial with Roman numerals, and three subsidiary dials for calendar functions. View II
Archive III A rectangular brass carriage clock featuring a top carrying handle, glass panels, a main white enamel dial with Roman numerals, and three subsidiary dials for calendar functions. View III
Archive IV A rectangular brass carriage clock featuring a top carrying handle, glass panels, a main white enamel dial with Roman numerals, and three subsidiary dials for calendar functions. View IV
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A rectangular brass carriage clock featuring a top carrying handle, glass panels, a main white enamel dial with Roman numerals, and three subsidiary dials for calendar functions.
GRANDE SONNERIE CARRIAGE CLOCK WITH ALARM – J. F. Bautte Et Cie
Ref: SA1108479
A rectangular brass carriage clock featuring a top carrying handle, glass panels, a main white enamel dial with Roman numerals, and three subsidiary dials for calendar functions.
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  • ObjectClocks
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century French
  • MaterialBrass, Glass, Enamel
  • ColourBrass
  • MotifsCarrying handle, bevelled glass panels, subsidiary dials, Roman numerals
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in)

This 19th-century French carriage clock is an antique horological piece produced in brass, glass and enamel. The rectangular brass gorge case has bevelled glass panels, a swing carrying handle at the top, stepped mouldings, and a flat base with short feet. The white enamel main dial carries black Roman numerals, an outer minute track, lettering, and a subsidiary seconds dial at the top, alongside three smaller lower subsidiary dials for calendar functions and alarm. The metallic components display a warm golden brass tone contrasted by the white enamel face and black markings. Measuring 15 cm high, this functional timepiece is suited for placement on a mantelpiece, desk or side table within a gentleman's library or study setting. It provides a decorative and timekeeping element for domestic interiors, functioning both as a standalone mantel clock and a desk accessory.

FAQs

A grande sonnerie carriage clock is a 19th-century portable timepiece featuring a striking mechanism that automatically chimes the hours and quarters at every quarter hour. Originally created for travellers, these spring-driven mechanical clocks feature rectangular brass cases, glass viewing panels, and top carrying handles.

Traditional carriage clocks are constructed with solid brass or gilt-brass casings, thick bevelled glass side panels, and white enamel dials featuring hand-painted Roman or Arabic numerals. The internal mechanical movements rely on brass plates, steel arbors, and balance wheel escapements.

Authentic carriage clocks feature hand-cut gears, platform escapements visible through a top glass aperture, and heavy brass construction with sharp bevelled glass edges. Maker signatures, hallmarks, or serial numbers are typically stamped onto the back plate or dial face.

Position a brass carriage clock on a fireplace mantelpiece, executive office desk, or open bookcase to introduce historic warmth and structured metallic contrast. Its clean geometric lines harmonize effectively alongside contemporary books, framed prints, and minimal decor.

Keep the clock situated away from direct sunlight, excess humidity, and active heat sources to prevent dial crazing and movement corrosion. Dust the outer casing gently using a soft microfibre cloth without liquid brass polishes, and arrange professional horological servicing every five years.
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