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Georgian Twin Fusee Wall Clock by James Murray of London
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Georgian Twin Fusee Wall Clock by James Murray of London

18th century
Description

A good quality Georgian twin fusee wall clock by celebrated clockmaker James Murray of London. The mahogany case has brass sound frets to either sides, and the clock has a brass bezel with a 12 inch white painted dial which has Roman numerals and the makers name -

James Murray

Royal Exchange

London

The movement is a five pillar, twin fusee on chains, with eight day duration, which strikes the hours on a bell.

The movement has been cleaned and serviced and comes with a 12 month guarantee.

Height - 35.5 cm (14 inches)

Width - 35.5 cm (14 inches)

Depth - 16.5 cm (7 ½ inches)

Circa - 1820

James Murray was born in Scotland in 1780, he opened his business at Royal Exchange in London in 1815. He was a highly skilled watch, clock and chronometer maker, winning the top prize at the prestigious Greenwich trials in 1823 for his chronometer. His chronometers were also used by explorer William Parry onboard the HMS Beagle. James Weddle also used his chronometer, which helped him reach the most southern point by any ship at the time in 1823. His business was successfully carried on by his two sons James and John. James Murray died in 1847.

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Delivery is free for most of the mainland UK. If you are interested in purchasing and are outside the UK mainland or in the Scottish Highlands please get in touch first for a shipping quote. If you are an overseas buyer please contact us with your address so we can provide you with an accurate shipping quote and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

This item will be delivered by a trustworthy carrier and we aim to deliver within two weeks of purchase, but please allow three weeks. We use smaller carrier companies which take a bit longer but we would rather your item arrives at your door safely. Like our small items, our larger items are packaged well and protected.

All of our items can be collected.

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View more items on our website www.arrowsmithantiques.com

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Physical Dimensions
Height
35.5cm (13.98")
Width
35.5cm (13.98")
Depth
16.5cm (6.50")
Declaration

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has dated this Georgian Fusee Wall Clock to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1217167
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ABOUT - Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has been established in Macclesfield, Cheshire for 35 years. We sell high quality antique furniture, clocks, lighting and decorative items ready for your home, to the general public and interior designers around the world from our showroom. Our stock inventory consists of decorative Continental, English and Oriental items ranging from the 18th century through to the 20th century.

PAYMENT - We accept BACS payment but we also accept debit and credit card and PayPal through our own website. All items come with an invoice with description and age.

Description
A good quality Georgian twin fusee wall clock by celebrated clockmaker James Murray of London.
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The mahogany case has brass sound frets to either sides, and the clock has a brass bezel with a 12 inch white painted dial which has Roman numerals and the makers name -.
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fig 1. A circular Georgian wall clock featuring a mahogany surround, brass bezel, white dial with Roman numerals, and signature reading James Murray London.
fig 1. Georgian Twin Fusee Wall Clock by James Murray of London

James Murray

Royal Exchange

London

The movement is a five pillar, twin fusee on chains, with eight day duration, which strikes the hours on a bell.

The movement has been cleaned and serviced and comes with a 12 month guarantee.

fig 2. A circular Georgian wall clock featuring a mahogany surround, brass bezel, white dial with Roman numerals, and signature reading James Murray London.
fig 2. Georgian Twin Fusee Wall Clock by James Murray of London

Height - 35.5 cm (14 inches)

Width - 35.5 cm (14 inches)

Depth - 16.5 cm (7 ½ inches)

Circa - 1820

James Murray was born in Scotland in 1780, he opened his business at Royal Exchange in London in 1815. He was a highly skilled watch, clock and chronometer maker, winning the top prize at the prestigious Greenwich trials in 1823 for his chronometer. His chronometers were also used by explorer William Parry onboard the HMS Beagle. James Weddle also used his chronometer, which helped him reach the most southern point by any ship at the time in 1823. His business was successfully carried on by his two sons James and John. James Murray died in 1847.

fig 3. A circular Georgian wall clock featuring a mahogany surround, brass bezel, white dial with Roman numerals, and signature reading James Murray London.
fig 3. Georgian Twin Fusee Wall Clock by James Murray of London

Delivery is free for most of the mainland UK. If you are interested in purchasing and are outside the UK mainland or in the Scottish Highlands please get in touch first for a shipping quote. If you are an overseas buyer please contact us with your address so we can provide you with an accurate shipping quote and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

fig 4. A circular Georgian wall clock featuring a mahogany surround, brass bezel, white dial with Roman numerals, and signature reading James Murray London.
fig 4. Georgian Twin Fusee Wall Clock by James Murray of London

This item will be delivered by a trustworthy carrier and we aim to deliver within two weeks of purchase, but please allow three weeks. We use smaller carrier companies which take a bit longer but we would rather your item arrives at your door safely. Like our small items, our larger items are packaged well and protected.

All of our items can be collected.

View more items on our website www.arrowsmithantiques.com

Height
35.5cm (13.98")
Width
35.5cm (13.98")
Depth
16.5cm (6.50")
Date of Manufacture

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has dated this Georgian Fusee Wall Clock to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1217167
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A circular Georgian wall clock featuring a mahogany surround, brass bezel, white dial with Roman numerals, and signature reading James Murray London.
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A fusee wall clock incorporates a cone-shaped pulley mechanism designed to equalise the mainspring tension, maintaining consistent timekeeping accuracy. Originating in mechanical horology, these spring-driven timepieces were widely produced during the Georgian period for commercial, public, and private spaces.

Georgian dial clocks were commonly constructed using a turned mahogany or oak casing, a cast brass bezel, and a hand-painted iron dial. The movement typically features brass plates, steel arbors, and a gut string or steel chain driving the fusee mechanism.

Authentic Georgian fusee wall clocks generally feature heavy cast brass bezels with latch or peg fixings, hand-painted iron dials, and hand-cut brass movement plates. Look for maker signatures on the dial face and consistent age wear on the turned wood casing and brass components.

A Georgian wall clock serves as a focal point when positioned above a console table, mantelpiece, or within a gallery wall arrangement. The rich dark mahogany timber and brass highlights complement both minimalist contemporary backdrops and classical decorative schemes.

Mechanical wall clocks require winding at regular intervals using a correctly fitted winding key without forcing the mechanism. Keep the clock level on the wall, avoid positioning it directly above strong heat sources, and have the movement professionally serviced every five to seven years.
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