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French Carriage Clock Rare Bronze Panels Fully Restored 1890
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French Carriage Clock Rare Bronze Panels Fully Restored 1890

19th century
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Hi

I have for sale an a1880s French striking and repeating carriage clock made in Francethr clock case has been fully restored the movement has also been fully restored with new springs added and is running strong keeping time and striking correctly with the repeat button on the top all running via the original again restored silvered platform.

The Case

The case is in solid shiny gilded brass and stands 19cm high x 11cm wide with a depth of 9cm it is in original condition with thick 5mm beveled front/back door and top viewing glass again all in mint condition.

The case is very shiny and hard to photograph they do not do the clock justice at all.

The case contains bronze panels and one is signed bottom right all stunning work and highighled with silver and brass.

The Dial

The dial is in mint original condition silvered with Roman numerals ; the clock also retains its original very fine black moon hands.

The Movement

The movement is an eight-day time and strike which strikes the hours, and halves via the blue steel gong to the rear also has the repeater button on top to repeat the last hour strike, the movement has been fully restored and running and striking 100% correctly.

The clock also contains Genre stop work to stop over winding a top-quality feature only found on top-end clocks.

The photos do not do justice to this lovely old clock.

As with all my clocks, this one is sold with a ‘back-to-base’ 3-month guarantee. I also offer future clock servicing, which I carry out personally at a heavily discounted rate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Declaration

Arundel Clocks has dated this French Brass Carriage Clock to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1170989
Dealers Internal Reference
CC Bronze Panels
Dealers Notes

Gary, our in-house Horologist, is always happy to discuss your individual requirements: +44 7903 932602

Description
Hi

I have for sale an a1880s French striking and repeating carriage clock made in Francethr clock case has been fully restored the movement has also been fully restored with new springs added and is running strong keeping time and striking correctly with the repeat button on the top all running via the original again restored silvered platform.

fig 1. A late nineteenth-century French brass carriage clock featuring an ornate carrying handle, a circular white dial with Roman numerals, and relief-carved bronze faceplates depicting game birds amongst foliage.
fig 1. French Carriage Clock Rare Bronze Panels Fully Restored 1890

The Case

The case is in solid shiny gilded brass and stands 19cm high x 11cm wide with a depth of 9cm it is in original condition with thick 5mm beveled front/back door and top viewing glass again all in mint condition.

fig 2. A late nineteenth-century French brass carriage clock featuring an ornate carrying handle, a circular white dial with Roman numerals, and relief-carved bronze faceplates depicting game birds amongst foliage.
fig 2. French Carriage Clock Rare Bronze Panels Fully Restored 1890

The case is very shiny and hard to photograph they do not do the clock justice at all.

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The case contains bronze panels and one is signed bottom right all stunning work and highighled with silver and brass.
Arundel Clocks
fig 3. A late nineteenth-century French brass carriage clock featuring an ornate carrying handle, a circular white dial with Roman numerals, and relief-carved bronze faceplates depicting game birds amongst foliage.
fig 3. French Carriage Clock Rare Bronze Panels Fully Restored 1890

The Dial

The dial is in mint original condition silvered with Roman numerals ; the clock also retains its original very fine black moon hands.

The Movement

The movement is an eight-day time and strike which strikes the hours, and halves via the blue steel gong to the rear also has the repeater button on top to repeat the last hour strike, the movement has been fully restored and running and striking 100% correctly.

fig 4. A late nineteenth-century French brass carriage clock featuring an ornate carrying handle, a circular white dial with Roman numerals, and relief-carved bronze faceplates depicting game birds amongst foliage.
fig 4. French Carriage Clock Rare Bronze Panels Fully Restored 1890

The clock also contains Genre stop work to stop over winding a top-quality feature only found on top-end clocks.

The photos do not do justice to this lovely old clock.

As with all my clocks, this one is sold with a ‘back-to-base’ 3-month guarantee. I also offer future clock servicing, which I carry out personally at a heavily discounted rate.

Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Date of Manufacture

Arundel Clocks has dated this French Brass Carriage Clock to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1170989
Dealers Internal Ref
CC Bronze Panels
Arundel Clocks
Arundel Clocks
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Archive IV A late nineteenth-century French brass carriage clock featuring an ornate carrying handle, a circular white dial with Roman numerals, and relief-carved bronze faceplates depicting game birds amongst foliage. View IV
Archive V A late nineteenth-century French brass carriage clock featuring an ornate carrying handle, a circular white dial with Roman numerals, and relief-carved bronze faceplates depicting game birds amongst foliage. View V
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A late nineteenth-century French brass carriage clock featuring an ornate carrying handle, a circular white dial with Roman numerals, and relief-carved bronze faceplates depicting game birds amongst foliage.
French Carriage Clock Rare Bronze Panels Fully Restored 1890
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Carriage clocks, or pendules de voyage, were developed in France during the early nineteenth century, primarily pioneered by horologist Abraham-Louis Breguet. Designed for travellers, they featured robust spring-driven movements and top carrying handles to withstand transport.

Traditional nineteenth-century carriage clocks were crafted using solid brass cases, often gilded or fire-gilded, featuring bevelled glass panels. Some elaborate examples incorporated cast bronze side panels, enamel dials, and steel movement components.

Authentic nineteenth-century examples typically feature heavy gilded brass or bronze construction, bevelled glass plates, platform escapements visible through top glass panels, and French maker marks stamped into the back movement plate.

A carriage clock can be styled atop a mantelpiece, floating shelf, or executive desk to add historical texture to modern rooms. Pairing metallic brass accents alongside contemporary minimalist decor creates a refined contrast.

Dust the exterior regularly with a clean, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that strip historical gilding or patina. The internal mechanical movement should be professionally serviced and lubricated by a horologist every three to five years.
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