What is an English dial clock?

An English dial clock is a wall-mounted mechanical timepiece characterised by a circular wooden bezel surrounding a painted or enamelled dial face. Widely produced in Britain during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, these functional clocks were standard equipment in schools, post offices, and railway stations.

What materials were traditionally used to construct early twentieth-century dial clocks?

These clocks typically feature a solid mahogany or oak outer bezel with turned wood moulding, a cast brass bezel ring, glass face cover, and a sheet metal or wooden dial painted cream or white. The mechanical movements were made from solid brass plates and steel gears.

How can you identify an authentic Enfield dial clock?

Authentic Enfield clocks bear the Enfield company marking printed directly onto the centre of the dial face. They feature mechanical key-wound movements with twin winding arbors for chiming models, steel clock hands, and heavy brass internal plates.

How can an antique dial clock be styled in a modern interior?

A dark mahogany dial clock functions as a focal point when hung against a modern neutral or dark painted accent wall. Its circular geometric form pairs well above a hall console, sideboard, or integrated into a gallery wall display.

How should a mechanical antique wall clock be maintained?

Keep the clock level on the wall to maintain proper pendulum balance, and wind the mechanism regularly using the correct size key. Clean the wooden casing with a soft dry cloth and microcrystalline wax while avoiding liquid glass cleaners on the dial face.

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14.5 ″ Mahogany Antique Enfield Wall Clock - Railway Station / School Round Dial (Chiming)

Name: 14.5 ″ Mahogany Antique Enfield Wall Clock - Railway Station / School Round Dial (Chiming)
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1232383
Price: 545 GBP
Availability: InStock

1920 - 1940

For Sale by Yolanda Gray Antiques

Description

Item: Antique Enfield Wall Clock

Circa: 1930 - 1940

14½" external diameter

Genuine double brass barrel Enfield spring mechanism

Chiming mechanism

Chimes on the half hour & full hour

French polished mahogany case

“Deep dish” case design

Side viewing door

Black Arabic numbered face

Pendulum access door

Mahogany bezel

Elegant shaped hands

Ivory colour tin dial

Winding key

Detachable adjustable pendulum

Restored & serviced

Free delivery to mainland England & Wales*

2 Year UK warranty included

Free 14-day UK returns policy

Description:

This good-quality antique 14.5-inch mahogany Enfield wall clock features a railway station design and a genuine chiming Enfield mechanism. Our workshop has lovingly restored it to its former glory, so it now works reliably and keeps good time. As a result, this clock is ready to hang on your wall today.

Case, Bezel & Dial Design

The clock's dark mahogany case features a moulded mahogany bezel, a pendulum access door underneath, and a mechanism-viewing door on the left-hand side. Consequently, you can watch the chiming mechanism at work while the clock runs. A hinged mahogany bezel also houses the glass that protects the ivory-coloured tin dial during operation. This bezel opens on a right-hand hinge, so you can easily adjust or set the time. Meanwhile, a catch on the back of the clock secures the bezel and stops it swinging open by accident.

External Diameter = 14¼"

Tine Dial Diameter = 12"

Depth = 5½”

This good-quality antique 14.5-inch mahogany Enfield wall clock has a railway station design and a genuine chiming Enfield mechanism; which has been lovingly restored it to good working order. Naturally, the case and tin dial show only minor age marks, nothing significant given the clock's history. The tin dial has been replaced at some point in the past. Overall, the mahogany case remains in good condition. The brass-hinged mahogany bezel works well, although it has flex in the hinge. A working bezel-locking latch is present and stops the bezel from opening by accident. The mechanism, however, remains completely original: it has been cleaned and serviced it, so it now keeps good time.

Because we're confident in this mechanism, we offer a 2-year UK warranty. Therefore, if a mechanical problem arises, we'll collect the clock free of charge, repair it, and return it to you free of charge. In addition, we offer a 14-day UK returns policy if you decide the clock isn't right for you. Importantly, this clock also retains its original mechanism — nobody has replaced it with a cheaper, devaluing electric battery-operated kit, as seen in some clocks.

Price:

The price for this item is £545 which includes free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland* and 14-day free UK returns.

Free UK Delivery*:

We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling).

14-Day free UK Returns & Refunds:

A 14-day free UK “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee).

International Buyers:

If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time.

About the Seller:

This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA and CINOA. Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 45 years.

Physical Dimensions

Height

36.8cm (14.49")

Depth

14cm (5.51")

Declaration

Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this Mahogany Enfield Wall Clock to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1232383

Dealers Internal Reference

STR572 / 120373

Dealers Notes

Please contact us on 01829 458 070 or 07960 738 212 to arrange a viewing. Alternatively, please email: info@yolagray.com

Description

Item: Antique Enfield Wall Clock

Circa: 1930 - 1940

14½" external diameter

Genuine double brass barrel Enfield spring mechanism

Chiming mechanism

Chimes on the half hour & full hour

French polished mahogany case

fig 1. A circular mahogany wall clock with a cream dial, black Arabic numerals, black metal hands, two brass winding holes, and the Enfield maker name printed in the centre. — fig 1. 14.5 ″ Mahogany Antique Enfield Wall Clock - Railway Station / School Round Dial (Chiming)

“Deep dish” case design

Side viewing door

Black Arabic numbered face

Pendulum access door

Mahogany bezel

Elegant shaped hands

Ivory colour tin dial

Winding key

Detachable adjustable pendulum

Restored & serviced

fig 2. A circular mahogany wall clock with a cream dial, black Arabic numerals, black metal hands, two brass winding holes, and the Enfield maker name printed in the centre. — fig 2. 14.5 ″ Mahogany Antique Enfield Wall Clock - Railway Station / School Round Dial (Chiming)

Free delivery to mainland England & Wales*

2 Year UK warranty included

Free 14-day UK returns policy

Description:

This good-quality antique 14.

“

5-inch mahogany Enfield wall clock features a railway station design and a genuine chiming Enfield mechanism.

Yolanda Gray Antiques

Our workshop has lovingly restored it to its former glory, so it now works reliably and keeps good time. As a result, this clock is ready to hang on your wall today.

fig 3. A circular mahogany wall clock with a cream dial, black Arabic numerals, black metal hands, two brass winding holes, and the Enfield maker name printed in the centre. — fig 3. 14.5 ″ Mahogany Antique Enfield Wall Clock - Railway Station / School Round Dial (Chiming)

Case, Bezel & Dial Design

The clock's dark mahogany case features a moulded mahogany bezel, a pendulum access door underneath, and a mechanism-viewing door on the left-hand side. Consequently, you can watch the chiming mechanism at work while the clock runs. A hinged mahogany bezel also houses the glass that protects the ivory-coloured tin dial during operation. This bezel opens on a right-hand hinge, so you can easily adjust or set the time. Meanwhile, a catch on the back of the clock secures the bezel and stops it swinging open by accident.

fig 4. A circular mahogany wall clock with a cream dial, black Arabic numerals, black metal hands, two brass winding holes, and the Enfield maker name printed in the centre. — fig 4. 14.5 ″ Mahogany Antique Enfield Wall Clock - Railway Station / School Round Dial (Chiming)

External Diameter = 14¼"

Tine Dial Diameter = 12"

Depth = 5½”

This good-quality antique 14.5-inch mahogany Enfield wall clock has a railway station design and a genuine chiming Enfield mechanism; which has been lovingly restored it to good working order. Naturally, the case and tin dial show only minor age marks, nothing significant given the clock's history. The tin dial has been replaced at some point in the past. Overall, the mahogany case remains in good condition. The brass-hinged mahogany bezel works well, although it has flex in the hinge. A working bezel-locking latch is present and stops the bezel from opening by accident. The mechanism, however, remains completely original: it has been cleaned and serviced it, so it now keeps good time.

fig 5. A circular mahogany wall clock with a cream dial, black Arabic numerals, black metal hands, two brass winding holes, and the Enfield maker name printed in the centre. — fig 5. 14.5 ″ Mahogany Antique Enfield Wall Clock - Railway Station / School Round Dial (Chiming)

Because we're confident in this mechanism, we offer a 2-year UK warranty. Therefore, if a mechanical problem arises, we'll collect the clock free of charge, repair it, and return it to you free of charge. In addition, we offer a 14-day UK returns policy if you decide the clock isn't right for you. Importantly, this clock also retains its original mechanism — nobody has replaced it with a cheaper, devaluing electric battery-operated kit, as seen in some clocks.

fig 6. A circular mahogany wall clock with a cream dial, black Arabic numerals, black metal hands, two brass winding holes, and the Enfield maker name printed in the centre. — fig 6. 14.5 ″ Mahogany Antique Enfield Wall Clock - Railway Station / School Round Dial (Chiming)

Price:

The price for this item is £545 which includes free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland* and 14-day free UK returns.

Free UK Delivery*:

We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling).

fig 7. A circular mahogany wall clock with a cream dial, black Arabic numerals, black metal hands, two brass winding holes, and the Enfield maker name printed in the centre. — fig 7. 14.5 ″ Mahogany Antique Enfield Wall Clock - Railway Station / School Round Dial (Chiming)

14-Day free UK Returns & Refunds:

A 14-day free UK “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee).

fig 8. A circular mahogany wall clock with a cream dial, black Arabic numerals, black metal hands, two brass winding holes, and the Enfield maker name printed in the centre. — fig 8. 14.5 ″ Mahogany Antique Enfield Wall Clock - Railway Station / School Round Dial (Chiming)

International Buyers:

If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time.

About the Seller:

This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA and CINOA. Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 45 years.