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A Georgian Mahogany Chamfer Top Bracket Clock by Taylor of London.
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A Georgian Mahogany Chamfer Top Bracket Clock by Taylor of London.

18th century
Description

Fine mahogany and brass inlaid bracket clock, dating to the Georgian Period. Circa 1805.

It has a chamfer "stepped" top, surmounted by a brass pineapple finial and standing on brass balls feet.

Circa 1810.

The sides have floral & ring side handles. To the rear is a glazed door revealing the twin fusee 8 day movement that strikes the hours on a bell. The convex dial is signed by the original maker, ‘Taylor London'.

John Taylor, was a clockmaker who worked from

Gloucester Street, London and was renowned for

making bracket clocks. Several of his clocks are

illustrated in various horological reference books.

The case is in excellent original condition, the movement has been serviced recently and is in full working order. The clock comes complete with keys.

measurements

Height:

51 cm. (20 inches)

Width:

28 cm. (11 inches) maximum

Depth:

14 cm. (15.5 inches) maximum

Declaration

Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria has dated this Georgian Mahogany Bracket Clock to the Georgian era.

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SA1238278
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Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria, Portobello Road

WE are open every Saturday between 9.30 - 3.30pm in Chelsea Galleries 67 Portobello Road London.

We are at the front of the gallery, on the 1st aisle.

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Description
Fine mahogany and brass inlaid bracket clock, dating to the Georgian Period. Circa 1805.
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It has a chamfer "stepped" top, surmounted by a brass pineapple finial and standing on brass balls feet.
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria

Circa 1810.

fig 1. A Georgian mahogany bracket clock featuring brass star and floral motifs, a pineapple finial, brass ball feet, and a white dial marked Taylor London with Roman numerals.
fig 1. A Georgian Mahogany Chamfer Top Bracket Clock by Taylor of London.

The sides have floral & ring side handles. To the rear is a glazed door revealing the twin fusee 8 day movement that strikes the hours on a bell. The convex dial is signed by the original maker, ‘Taylor London'.

fig 2. A Georgian mahogany bracket clock featuring brass star and floral motifs, a pineapple finial, brass ball feet, and a white dial marked Taylor London with Roman numerals.
fig 2. A Georgian Mahogany Chamfer Top Bracket Clock by Taylor of London.

John Taylor, was a clockmaker who worked from

Gloucester Street, London and was renowned for

making bracket clocks. Several of his clocks are

illustrated in various horological reference books.

The case is in excellent original condition, the movement has been serviced recently and is in full working order. The clock comes complete with keys.

measurements

Height:

51 cm. (20 inches)

Width:

28 cm. (11 inches) maximum

Depth:

14 cm. (15.5 inches) maximum

Date of Manufacture

Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria has dated this Georgian Mahogany Bracket Clock to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1238278
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria
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We specialise in flintlock pistols, muskets, clocks & watches

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Archive I A Georgian mahogany bracket clock featuring brass star and floral motifs, a pineapple finial, brass ball feet, and a white dial marked Taylor London with Roman numerals.

A Georgian Mahogany Chamfer Top Bracket Clock by Taylor of London.

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A Georgian mahogany bracket clock featuring brass star and floral motifs, a pineapple finial, brass ball feet, and a white dial marked Taylor London with Roman numerals.
A Georgian Mahogany Chamfer Top Bracket Clock by Taylor of London.
Ref: SA1238278
A Georgian mahogany bracket clock featuring brass star and floral motifs, a pineapple finial, brass ball feet, and a white dial marked Taylor London with Roman numerals.
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  • ObjectBracket Clocks
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsPineapple finial, Brass star inlay, Chamfer top, Ball feet

A Georgian bracket clock stands in dark brown mahogany with a chamfer stepped top, brass inlay, and a brass pineapple finial. The glazed convex dial displays Roman numerals, minute tracks, and the signature Taylor London. Brass star inlays decorate the corners alongside botanical brass mounts and stringing lines across the dark timber case. Brass ball feet support the rectangular body, which houses a twin fusee eight day movement striking on a bell accessed via a rear door, accompanied by winding keys. Measuring 51 cm in height, 28 cm in width, and 14 cm in depth, this timepiece works well on a mantelpiece or shelf within a study, library, or living room setting.

FAQs

A Georgian bracket clock is a compact, spring-driven timekeeper produced in Great Britain during the reign of King George I through George IV (17141830). Originally designed to sit on a fitted wall bracket or table, these clocks feature decorative timber cases, often mahogany, trimmed with brass embellishments and fine horological movements.

Georgian bracket clocks typically feature primary cases crafted from solid and veneered mahogany or fruitwood, accented with cast brass inlay, feet, handles, and finials. The clock face is usually painted iron or engraved brass with convex glass door covers.

Authentic Georgian bracket clocks feature hand-engraved or hand-painted maker signatures on the dial or backplate, hand-cut brass gears, fusee movement mechanisms, and authentic signs of age such as natural brass oxidisation and fine patina on the woodwork.

Position the clock centrally on a stone or timber mantelpiece, a dark wood sideboard, or within a gentlemans library bookcase. Pair it with neutral backdrops, brass accents, or framed monochrome artwork to complement its historic proportions.

Keep the clock away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent mahogany veneer from cracking or warping. Dust the casing with a soft microfibre cloth, apply beeswax sparingly to the wood once a year, and have the mechanical movement serviced by a professional horologist every three to five years.
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