Antique Brass Carriage Clock 19th Century

Name: Stunning Quality Antique Victorian French Brass Carriage Clock
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1205173
Price: 595 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectClocks
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialBrass, Glass, Enamel
ColourWarm Brass
MotifsCarrying handle, white enamel dial, bracket feet, glass panels
SizeH 15 cm (6 in) x W 8.5 cm (3 in) x D 7.5 cm (3 in)

This Victorian French carriage clock dates from 1880 and takes the form of a brass timekeeper designed for travel and domestic display. The serpentine-shaped case renders a warm brass finish, housing a circular white enamel dial with Arabic numerals and original hands behind glass panels. Detailed hardware includes a contoured top carrying handle and four circular bracket feet supporting the structure. Measuring 15 cm high, 8.5 cm wide, and 7.5 cm deep, this piece sits neatly upon a mantelpiece in a gentleman's library or study to tell the time during daily routines. The compact format also suits placement on a bedside table, desk, or bookshelf within a traditional interior setting.

FAQs

Developed in France during the early nineteenth century, carriage clocks are small, portable spring-driven timepieces originally created for travellers. They feature solid brass cases, glass viewing panels, and top handles for easy transport.

Carriage clocks were typically constructed with solid brass cases, bevelled glass panels on the top and sides, white enamel dials, and hand-cut steel clock hands driven by spring-wound mechanical movements.

Authentic period pieces feature heavy brass casing, bevelled glass plates, hand-painted enamel dials, and mechanical key-wound movements often stamped with French maker marks or serial numbers on the backplate.

Display a carriage clock on a fireplace mantelpiece, an office desk, or atop a stack of books on a bookshelf to add a classic, refined accent to contemporary living spaces.

Wind the clock gently using a correctly fitted key, avoid over-winding, and keep the unit in a dry environment free from extreme humidity. Clean the brass casing with a soft microfibre cloth without using harsh chemical polishes.

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