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Howell & James London - Repeater

19th century
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A very rare carriage clock indeed ! The engraved original gilt bronze case case is surmounted by a decorative chased carrying handle and fine slotted finials. The beautifully engraved and gilded dial is framed by a gilt ‘mask’ with fine Roman numerals, foliate centre, and blued steel ‘fleur de lys’ hands. The twin train movement with highly unusual British escapement with engraved balance cock, mono-metallic balance wheel and ‘under-slung’ lever with the escape wheel. The rear of the clock shows an engraved door and engraving to the inside reading Howell & James, Regent Street, London. The coiled gong behind the door is highly unusal and the ‘Hand Setting’ wheel is positioned below the gong. Push repeat on demand. The original outer case and original engraved key to the inner lid. It’s very likely from the workshops of the fashionable, Somerset born clockmaker Thomas Cole. The contruction, engraving and also the style of outer case with Blue velvet interior makes it likely of Cole construction for Howell & James to retail. Circa 1840.

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Height
12.5cm (4.92")
Width
85cm (33.46")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Declaration

Its About Time has dated this Gilt Brass Carriage Clock to the 1850s.

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SA1227894
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Howell James
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Description
A very rare carriage clock indeed ! The engraved original gilt bronze case case is surmounted by a decorative chased carrying handle and fine slotted finials.
The beautifully engraved and gilded dial is framed by a gilt ‘mask’ with fine Roman numerals, foliate centre, and blued steel ‘fleur de lys’ hands.
Its About Time

The twin train movement with highly unusual British escapement with engraved balance cock, mono-metallic balance wheel and ‘under-slung’ lever with the escape wheel. The rear of the clock shows an engraved door and engraving to the inside reading Howell & James, Regent Street, London. The coiled gong behind the door is highly unusal and the ‘Hand Setting’ wheel is positioned below the gong. Push repeat on demand. The original outer case and original engraved key to the inner lid. It’s very likely from the workshops of the fashionable, Somerset born clockmaker Thomas Cole. The contruction, engraving and also the style of outer case with Blue velvet interior makes it likely of Cole construction for Howell & James to retail. Circa 1840.

Height
12.5cm (4.92")
Width
85cm (33.46")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

Its About Time has dated this Gilt Brass Carriage Clock to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1227894
Dealers Internal Ref
Howell James
Its About Time
Its About Time
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2017

Antique clock and watch shop specialist (featured on salvage hunters the restorers) with select fine furniture.

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An ornate gilt brass repeating carriage clock featuring fluted corner columns alongside its original leather transport case and key.
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An ornate gilt brass repeating carriage clock featuring fluted corner columns alongside its original leather transport case and key.
Howell & James London - Repeater
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An ornate gilt brass repeating carriage clock featuring fluted corner columns alongside its original leather transport case and key.
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Originating in the early nineteenth century, a repeating carriage clock is a portable spring-driven timepiece fitted with an auxiliary strike mechanism activated by a push-piece to sound the hours or quarters.

These timepieces were predominantly constructed from heavy cast brass with fire-gilded or lacquered finishes, bevelled glass panels, and hand-engraved gilt or enamel dial plates.

Authentic examples feature heavy gilt-brass cases, fine hand-engraved detailing, platform lever escapements visible through top glass panels, and original fitted leather transport boxes.

Place the clock on a fireplace mantelpiece, executive office desk, or curated bookshelf alongside leather-bound volumes to add architectural structure and classical warmth.

Dust the exterior using a dry microfibre cloth without harsh chemical brass polishes that strip original gilding, and have the mechanical movement serviced by a professional horologist every five years.
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