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Georgian Mahogany Balloon Clock (England, C. 1790)
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Georgian Mahogany Balloon Clock (England, C. 1790)

19th century
Description

An impressive English balloon clock dating to around 1790. The mahogany case has a brass pineapple finial, brass carrying handles and a pierced brass front grill standing on substantial ogee bracket feet. The stepped brass bezel has a convex glass. It has an enamel dial that is signed by the maker, LeRoux of Charing Cross, who is listed as working 1781-1808 and is described as an eminent maker. The shaped plate twin fusee movement has an anchor escapement and sounds the hours on a bell.

Current Condition

The case has been repolished, the silk in the grill replaced (colour could be changed). The movement has been fully serviced in our own workshops and is guaranteed for 12 months. If you would like a video clip of this clock striking please email us.

Dimensions

8.00cm wide 50.00cm high 20.00cm deep (3.15 inches wide 19.69 inches high 7.87 inches deep)

Physical Dimensions
Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Declaration

Worboys Antiques has dated this piece to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA439308
Dealers Notes

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Description
An impressive English balloon clock dating to around 1790.
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The mahogany case has a brass pineapple finial, brass carrying handles and a pierced brass front grill standing on substantial ogee bracket feet.
Worboys Antiques

The stepped brass bezel has a convex glass. It has an enamel dial that is signed by the maker, LeRoux of Charing Cross, who is listed as working 1781-1808 and is described as an eminent maker. The shaped plate twin fusee movement has an anchor escapement and sounds the hours on a bell.

fig 1. Georgian Mahogany Balloon Clock (England, c. 1790)
fig 1. Georgian Mahogany Balloon Clock (England, C. 1790)

Current Condition

The case has been repolished, the silk in the grill replaced (colour could be changed). The movement has been fully serviced in our own workshops and is guaranteed for 12 months. If you would like a video clip of this clock striking please email us.

Dimensions

8.00cm wide 50.00cm high 20.00cm deep (3.15 inches wide 19.69 inches high 7.87 inches deep)

Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this piece to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA439308
Worboys Antiques
Worboys Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2005

Established since 1978, dealing in and restoring most antiques, specialising in clocks and furniture.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Worboys Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Worboys Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Telephone 01494 931812
Location
86 London End
Beaconsfield
Buckinghamshire
HP9 2JD
United Kingdom

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Verified Since Jul 2005
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Worboys Antiques
Worboys Antiques
Verified Since Jul 2005
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Location: 86 London End, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 2JD, United Kingdom, , By appointment.
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Georgian Mahogany Balloon Clock (England, c. 1790)
Georgian Mahogany Balloon Clock (England, c. 1790)
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  • Period19th century
  • SizeH 50 cm (20 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 28 cm (11 in)
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