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Four Glass Rare
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Four Glass Rare

19th century
Description

Rare giant 4 glass.

Rare oval case.

French.

Bell strike hours half.

Mint condition.8 day duration.

Date c1880

Physical Dimensions
Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Samuel Orr Antique Clocks has dated this Oval Brass Four Glass Clock to the Victorian era.

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SA1206440
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Description
Rare giant 4 glass.

Rare oval case.

French.

Bell strike hours half.

Mint condition.8 day duration.

Date c1880

Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Samuel Orr Antique Clocks has dated this Oval Brass Four Glass Clock to the Victorian era.

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SA1206440
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An oval brass four glass mantel clock featuring an enamel dial with Roman numerals and visible internal escapement mechanism.
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Archive I An oval brass four glass mantel clock featuring an enamel dial with Roman numerals and visible internal escapement mechanism.

Four Glass Rare

Archive II An oval brass four glass mantel clock featuring an enamel dial with Roman numerals and visible internal escapement mechanism. View II
Archive III An oval brass four glass mantel clock featuring an enamel dial with Roman numerals and visible internal escapement mechanism. View III
Archive IV An oval brass four glass mantel clock featuring an enamel dial with Roman numerals and visible internal escapement mechanism. View IV
Archive V An oval brass four glass mantel clock featuring an enamel dial with Roman numerals and visible internal escapement mechanism. View V
Archive VI An oval brass four glass mantel clock featuring an enamel dial with Roman numerals and visible internal escapement mechanism. View VI
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Samuel Orr Antique Clocks
Telephone 07860 230888
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36 High Street
Hurstpierpoint
Hassocks
West Sussex
BN6 9RG
United Kingdom
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Samuel Orr Antique Clocks
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An oval brass four glass mantel clock featuring an enamel dial with Roman numerals and visible internal escapement mechanism.
Four glass Rare
Ref: SA1206440
An oval brass four glass mantel clock featuring an enamel dial with Roman numerals and visible internal escapement mechanism.
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  • ObjectMantel Clocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench 19th Century
  • MaterialBrass, Glass, Enamel
  • ColourBrass
  • MotifsBrocot escapement, Oval brass case, Enamel chapter ring, Temperature compensated pendulum
  • SizeH 43 cm (17 in) x W 24 cm (9 in) x D 20 cm (8 in)

This Victorian French nineteenth century mantel clock stands as a striking example of horological design, taking the form of an eight-day duration giant four-glass timepiece with a rare oval brass case standing 43 cm high, 24 cm wide, and 20 cm deep. Enclosed entirely within clear glass panels secured by a polished brass framework with stepped circular mouldings at the top and base, the clock features a white enamel chapter ring bearing black Roman numerals and delicate pierced hands. Through the central aperture of the dial, the visible internal Brocot escapement and temperature compensated pendulum mechanisms can be clearly observed. Positioned upon a mantelpiece in a gentleman's library, study, or drawing room, this piece serves as both a functional timekeeper and a decorative sculptural object. The warm metallic reflections of the golden brass casing combine with the crisp white enamel and dark numerals to create a refined aesthetic that suits traditional interior schemes. Designed to strike on a bell at the hours and half-hours, the clock brings authentic nineteenth-century craftsmanship and mechanical interest to any surface it graces within the home.

FAQs

A four glass clock is a style of mantel or table clock encased on four sides by glass panels set within a metal frame, designed to allow full visibility of the internal movement and pendulum.

These timepieces are constructed using brass or gilded bronze frames, thick bevelled or curved glass panels, white enamel dials, and steel movement components.

Authentic pieces generally feature an exposed Brocot escapement on the dial face, mercury-compensated pendulums, French maker marks stamped on the movement backplate, and fitted glass panels.

Place the clock on a timber mantelpiece or console table alongside modern ceramic vessels or framed artwork to create a balanced contrast between traditional horology and contemporary styling.

Clean the glass panels using a dry microfibre cloth or light glass cleaner, taking care not to spill liquids onto the brass frame, which should only be dusted to preserve its natural patination.
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