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Large Architectural Fretwork Clock Case, Late 19th/early 20th Century
Tinker & Toad
for sale €878     $953
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Large Architectural Fretwork Clock Case, Late 19th/early 20th Century

19th century
For Sale by Tinker & Toad
Description

A large and highly decorative architectural clock case in hand-carved wood, likely late 19th to early 20th century. The case is built as a multi-tiered facade with pierced tracery, arcaded galleries and steep gables, surmounted by four slender spires. Details include chip-carved rope mouldings around the base, miniature stairs and balustrades, lantern-like side finials and intricate foliate panels; some spires retain small metal bells. The circular dial aperture is approximately 10.5cm in diameter; no movement, dial or glass is present. Would make a great window for displaying a small work of art or your personal treasure! Dimensions: about 99cm high, 48cm wide and 26cm deep. Condition: presents well for display but, as expected with complex fretwork of this age, there are several losses and small chips to the openwork and finials.

Physical Dimensions
Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Declaration

Tinker & Toad has dated this Gothic Fretwork Clock Case to the 19th Century.

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SA1224691
Description
A large and highly decorative architectural clock case in hand-carved wood, likely late 19th to early 20th century.
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The case is built as a multi-tiered facade with pierced tracery, arcaded galleries and steep gables, surmounted by four slender spires.
Tinker & Toad

Details include chip-carved rope mouldings around the base, miniature stairs and balustrades, lantern-like side finials and intricate foliate panels; some spires retain small metal bells. The circular dial aperture is approximately 10.5cm in diameter; no movement, dial or glass is present. Would make a great window for displaying a small work of art or your personal treasure! Dimensions: about 99cm high, 48cm wide and 26cm deep. Condition: presents well for display but, as expected with complex fretwork of this age, there are several losses and small chips to the openwork and finials.

Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

Tinker & Toad has dated this Gothic Fretwork Clock Case to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1224691
Tinker & Toad
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2020
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A carved wooden clock case designed in a Gothic cathedral architectural style with detailed fretwork, three spires, and a circular central opening.
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Archive I A carved wooden clock case designed in a Gothic cathedral architectural style with detailed fretwork, three spires, and a circular central opening.

Large Architectural Fretwork Clock Case, Late 19Th/Early 20Th Century

Archive II A carved wooden clock case designed in a Gothic cathedral architectural style with detailed fretwork, three spires, and a circular central opening. View II
Archive III A carved wooden clock case designed in a Gothic cathedral architectural style with detailed fretwork, three spires, and a circular central opening. View III
Archive IV A carved wooden clock case designed in a Gothic cathedral architectural style with detailed fretwork, three spires, and a circular central opening. View IV
Archive V A carved wooden clock case designed in a Gothic cathedral architectural style with detailed fretwork, three spires, and a circular central opening. View V
Archive VI A carved wooden clock case designed in a Gothic cathedral architectural style with detailed fretwork, three spires, and a circular central opening. View VI
Archive VII A carved wooden clock case designed in a Gothic cathedral architectural style with detailed fretwork, three spires, and a circular central opening. View VII
Archive VIII A carved wooden clock case designed in a Gothic cathedral architectural style with detailed fretwork, three spires, and a circular central opening. View VIII
Archive IX A carved wooden clock case designed in a Gothic cathedral architectural style with detailed fretwork, three spires, and a circular central opening. View IX
Archive X A carved wooden clock case designed in a Gothic cathedral architectural style with detailed fretwork, three spires, and a circular central opening. View X
Archive XI A carved wooden clock case designed in a Gothic cathedral architectural style with detailed fretwork, three spires, and a circular central opening. View XI
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Rye
East Sussex
TN31 7EN
United Kingdom
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A carved wooden clock case designed in a Gothic cathedral architectural style with detailed fretwork, three spires, and a circular central opening.
Large Architectural Fretwork Clock Case, Late 19Th/Early 20Th Century
Ref: SA1224691
A carved wooden clock case designed in a Gothic cathedral architectural style with detailed fretwork, three spires, and a circular central opening.
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An architectural fretwork clock case is a decorative housing constructed from thin wooden panels pierced with intricate patterns, often designed to resemble miniature cathedrals or monuments. Popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, these cases catered to the Victorian fascination with Gothic Revival architecture and elaborate fretwork craftsmanship.

These cases were typically constructed from softwoods, pine, fruitwood, or plywood, cut precisely using hand treadle saws or fret saws. The components were then assembled using small brads, glue, and layered wooden panels to build multi-tiered architectural forms with spires, arches, and balustrades.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-cut timber edges showing minor irregularities, historical wood shrinkage, and natural oxidisation within the recessed fretwork cuts. They frequently show signs of period glue, hand-hammered joinery fasteners, and a natural aged patina across exposed wooden surfaces.

Display the case as a sculptural statement piece atop a neutral sideboard, console table, or library mantelpiece. Pair it with minimalist modern ceramics or streamlined metal accents to create a striking contrast between historical intricacy and modern simplicity.

Dust the delicate cutouts regularly using a soft feather duster or a soft-bristled artist brush to prevent accumulation in tight crevices. Keep the wooden structure away from direct heat sources and high humidity to prevent warping, cracking, or timber degradation.
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