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John Barwise of London Fusee Mantel Clock
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
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John Barwise of London Fusee Mantel Clock

19th century
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A fine quality English Regency period fusee mantel clock. The original ormolu gilt finish to the case. A smaller proportioned cast bronze case with convex case sides with recessed gilt panels. A gilt dial with engine turned dial centre and 'moon' blued steel hands. A single fusee mechanism of 8-day duration signed 'Barwise London' to the back plate. A heavy pendulum bob with finer pendulum adjustment. Circa 1825.

John Barwise is recorded as working in London from circa 1790. He was a fine maker of clocks, chronometers and watches. A fine clock by Barwise is in the Lord Harris Collection at Belmont, and examples of his work are at the Guildhall Museum in London.

Height 12" / 30cms Width 6 1/2" / 19cms Depth 4" / 11cms

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine antique mantel clock that has been serviced with 12 months guarantee. We can send you a detailed video on Whatsapp. Worldwide tracked sending, please contact us for a quote. We are members of The British Watchmakers and Clockmakers Guild. Please phone us on 01179565281 to place an order.

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Declaration

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Ormolu Fusee Mantel Clock to the Regency era.

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SA1178951
Description
A fine quality English Regency period fusee mantel clock. The original ormolu gilt finish to the case. A smaller proportioned cast bronze case with convex case sides with recessed gilt panels. A gilt dial with engine turned dial centre and 'moon' blued steel hands. A single fusee mechanism of 8-day duration signed 'Barwise London' to the back plate. A heavy pendulum bob with finer pendulum adjustment. Circa 1825.

John Barwise is recorded as working in London from circa 1790. He was a fine maker of clocks, chronometers and watches.

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A fine clock by Barwise is in the Lord Harris Collection at Belmont, and examples of his work are at the Guildhall Museum in London.
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
fig 1. An ornate gilt metal mantel clock featuring rococo scrollwork, an acanthus leaf finial, and a circular engine-turned dial with Roman numerals.
fig 1. John Barwise of London Fusee Mantel Clock

Height 12" / 30cms Width 6 1/2" / 19cms Depth 4" / 11cms

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine antique mantel clock that has been serviced with 12 months guarantee. We can send you a detailed video on Whatsapp. Worldwide tracked sending, please contact us for a quote. We are members of The British Watchmakers and Clockmakers Guild. Please phone us on 01179565281 to place an order.

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Ormolu Fusee Mantel Clock to the Regency era.

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SA1178951
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
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An ornate gilt metal mantel clock featuring rococo scrollwork, an acanthus leaf finial, and a circular engine-turned dial with Roman numerals.
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Rococo Revival mantel clocks from the nineteenth century are characterized by gilded metal cases featuring fluid scrollwork, floral foliage, and asymmetrical flourishes. They typically house mechanical spring-driven movements and served as both functional timepieces and prominent decorative focal points.

These clocks are constructed with cast gilt bronze or gilded brass cases, known historically as ormolu. The internal mechanisms consist of brass plates, steel gears, and a steel chain or gut cord wrapped around a conical fusee pulley.

Authentic period examples feature hand-engraved maker signatures on the dial or backplate, engine-turned dials, heavy cast cases showing hand-chased details, and a distinct cone-shaped fusee barrel within the movement.

Positioning a gilded clock on a minimalist marble chimneypiece or dark wood sideboard creates a refined point of contrast. Pairing gilded metalwork with modern neutral backdrops highlights the sculptural quality of the cast details.

Dust the surface gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush to prevent abrasive buildup in carved crevices. Avoid liquid chemical cleaners or metal polishes, as these can strip the delicate original gold leaf or gilding, and arrange professional horological servicing for the internal mechanism every five to seven years.
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