This exquisite French gilt brass carriage clock exemplifies elegance and quality, showcasing a polished gilt brass frame with bevelled glass panels and a prominent inspection window on top. Its clean white enamel dial, signed by the prestigious Dwerrihouse & Bell, 15 Mount Street, Beardsley Square, London, is elegantly adorned with Roman numerals and original, finely blued steel hands.
The clock’s 8-day striking and repeating movement is meticulously crafted, complete with its original silvered Swiss lever platform escapement and a compensated bi-metallic balance. Each hour is announced with a resonant strike on a gong, complemented by a single chime on the half-hour.
This impressive timepiece combines refined aesthetics with superior craftsmanship, making it a standout piece for discerning collectors.
Serviced and guaranteed for 3 years.
Height: 5 ½ or 14 cm
CIRCA. 1850
Provenance: Private collection, UK
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Antique Number: SA1108492
Dateline of this antique is 1850
Height is 14cm (5.5inches)
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