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'The Empire Clock' Timepiece
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'The Empire Clock' Timepiece

1900 - 1920
Sold 10 November 2025 · Walton House Antiques
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Description

An unusual globe timepiece, the six inch globe signed 'The empire clock', patent 19460 rotating within a slivered 24 hour equational chapter ring supported on a column, the 8 day movement in the base 1910

Dimensions 

Height 12"   31cm

Width 6.5"     16cm

Depth 6.5"     16cm

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Physical Dimensions
Height
31cm (12.20")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

Walton House Antiques has dated this Brass Globe Desk Clock to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1137031
Dealers Internal Reference
CL79
Dealers Notes

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Description
An unusual globe timepiece, the six inch globe signed 'The empire clock', patent 19460 rotating within a slivered 24 hour equational chapter ring supported on a column, the 8 day movement in the base 1910
fig 1. A brass globe desk clock featuring a terrestrial map sphere mounted on a cylindrical pedestal base with a meridian ring.
fig 1. 'The Empire Clock' Timepiece

Dimensions 

Height 12"   31cm

Width 6.5"     16cm

Depth 6.5"     16cm

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All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated.
Walton House Antiques

Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Height
31cm (12.20")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this Brass Globe Desk Clock to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1137031
Dealers Internal Ref
CL79
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century antique furniture 19th century oils and 19th french ormolu clocks

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Walton House Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Walton House Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A brass globe desk clock featuring a terrestrial map sphere mounted on a cylindrical pedestal base with a meridian ring. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

'The Empire Clock' Timepiece

Archive II A brass globe desk clock featuring a terrestrial map sphere mounted on a cylindrical pedestal base with a meridian ring. View II
Archive III A brass globe desk clock featuring a terrestrial map sphere mounted on a cylindrical pedestal base with a meridian ring. View III
Archive IV A brass globe desk clock featuring a terrestrial map sphere mounted on a cylindrical pedestal base with a meridian ring. View IV
Archive V A brass globe desk clock featuring a terrestrial map sphere mounted on a cylindrical pedestal base with a meridian ring. View V
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Walton House Antiques

Walton House Antiques
Telephone 01747 860050
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Walton House Antiques
Walton Buildings
The Square
Mere
BA12 6DL
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/waltonhouse
Verified Since Oct 2011
Items For Sale 251
Items Sold 3,114
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Verified Since Oct 2011
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Location: Walton House Antiques, Walton Buildings, The Square, Mere, BA12 6DL, United Kingdom
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A brass globe desk clock featuring a terrestrial map sphere mounted on a cylindrical pedestal base with a meridian ring.
'The empire clock' timepiece
Ref: SA1137031
A brass globe desk clock featuring a terrestrial map sphere mounted on a cylindrical pedestal base with a meridian ring.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesk Clocks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBrass, Paper
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsTerrestrial map, Meridian ring, Pedestal base, Brass finish
  • SizeH 31 cm (12 in) x W 16 cm (6 in) x D 16 cm (6 in)

FAQs

Globe clocks gained popularity during the 19th and early 20th centuries, combining geographical interest with timekeeping as exploration and global trade expanded.

These pieces typically combine brass or bronze for the stand and hardware with paper gores applied to a sphere for the map, alongside precision clockwork movements.

Authentic pieces often exhibit age-appropriate patination on the metal, hand-applied paper map sections, and mechanical movements rather than modern quartz components.

Position the item on a dark wood bookshelf, executive desk, or mantelpiece to add a layer of intellectual sophistication and metallic warmth.

Keep the item away from direct sunlight to prevent map fading, dust the brass gently with a soft cloth, and avoid using liquid cleaners on the paper surface.
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