French Travelling Carriage Clock 19th Century

Name: French Carriage Clock
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1198097
Price: 750 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectClocks
Period19th century
StyleFrench 19th Century
MaterialLeather, Brass, Glass, Enamel
ColourDark Brown
MotifsSubsidiary dial, Roman numerals, Leather carrying case, Square dial opening
SizeH 10 cm (4 in) x W 8 cm (3 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

This Victorian French carriage clock is an 1880 timepiece by the maker Jacot Paris. The object comprises a dark brown leather travelling case with a square front window, housing a white enamel clock dial with black Roman numerals and a small subsidiary dial, plus visible brass and glass elements. The item stands 10 cm high, 8 cm wide, and 4 cm deep. The movement strikes hours and half-hours on a gong, includes an alarm, and repeats hours on a gong hourly, with the original box included. In a contemporary home, this portable timepiece fits well on an office desk or library table. The visible construction reveals a structured leather exterior, a rectangular front display aperture, and neat clock hands against the pale face, showing period travel-clock craftsmanship.

FAQs

Developed in France during the early 19th century, carriage clocks were portable spring-driven timepieces designed for travel, typically featuring a carrying handle, glass panels, and a protective leather outer case.

These clocks were typically constructed with solid brass cases, bevelled glass panels, and enamel dials featuring Roman numerals, often housed within a protective leather travelling case.

Authentic examples feature spring-driven mechanical movements with platform escapements, brass cases, hand-painted enamel dials, and frequently stamped French makers marks or serial numbers on the back plate.

Place the clock on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or executive desk to serve as a functional accent piece that complements both traditional and contemporary decorative schemes.

Dust regularly with a soft dry cloth, keep away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and have the mechanical movement professionally serviced and oiled every five to seven years.

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