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A Large Carriage Clock. Striking, 19th Century in Gilt Brass.
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A Large Carriage Clock. Striking, 19th Century in Gilt Brass.

19th century
For Sale by Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria (Reserved for a buyer)
Description

Gilded Carriage Clock with 8 day movement, striking on a bell, on the hour and the half.

Circa 1880.

Measurements: 14h x 9.4w x 8.3 depth cm.

Ref: 10CC 01

Price: £550

Date of Manufacture

Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria has dated this Gilt Brass Carriage Clock to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Check ID 06190528
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Coiled blued steel wire gong: later striking work replacing bells.
Stylised Arabic numerals on the enamel ring: aesthetic movement influence on dial design.
Jewelled lever platform escapement visible through the top window: precision factory regulating work.
Gilded finish showing light handling wear at high corners: undisturbed historic surface.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
9.4cm (3.70")
Depth
8.3cm (3.27")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA741504
Dealers Internal Reference
10CC 01
Dealers Notes

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.

Web page:-

https://peterharrisclocks.com/welcome/

Description
Gilded Carriage Clock with 8 day movement, striking on a bell, on the hour and the half.

Circa 1880.

Measurements: 14h x 9.4w x 8.3 depth cm.

Ref: 10CC 01

Price: £550

Date of Manufacture

Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria has dated this Gilt Brass Carriage Clock to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 06190528
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Coiled blued steel wire gong: later striking work replacing bells.
Stylised Arabic numerals on the enamel ring: aesthetic movement influence on dial design.
Jewelled lever platform escapement visible through the top window: precision factory regulating work.
Gilded finish showing light handling wear at high corners: undisturbed historic surface.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
9.4cm (3.70")
Depth
8.3cm (3.27")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA741504
Dealers Internal Ref
10CC 01
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2020

We specialise in flintlock pistols, muskets, clocks & watches

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A 19th-century gilt brass carriage clock with glass side panels, a white enamel dial with Arabic numerals, and a shaped top handle.
A large Carriage Clock. striking, 19th century in Gilt brass.
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A 19th-century gilt brass carriage clock with glass side panels, a white enamel dial with Arabic numerals, and a shaped top handle.
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  • ObjectClocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialGilt Brass, Glass, Enamel
  • ColourWarm Gold
  • MotifsShaped top handle, Bevelled glass panels, Enamel dial, Rectangular brass case
  • SizeH 14 cm (6 in) x W 9.4 cm (4 in) x D 8.3 cm (3 in)

This 19th-century Victorian carriage clock is constructed from gilt brass with bevelled glass side panels, a white enamel dial bearing Arabic numerals, and a distinctive shaped top handle mounted on the upper plate. The rectangular brass case displays a warm gold colour, a glass viewing window inset into the top, and four bracket feet beneath stepped mouldings. The mechanism includes an eight-day movement designed to strike on a bell on the hour and the half. Measuring 14 cm high, 9.4 cm wide, and 8.3 cm deep, this timepiece suits placement on a mantelpiece in a gentleman's library or study to display traditional horological craftsmanship.

FAQs

A carriage clock is a small, portable spring-driven clock developed in early 19th-century France, designed with a top handle and rectangular glass-panelled case to withstand travel.

Traditional carriage clocks feature brass or gilt-brass cases with clear bevelled glass panels, enamel dials, and mechanical brass movements with balance wheel escapements.

Authentic 19th-century pieces feature heavy brass plates, balance spring movements, hand-cut bevelled glass, stamped serial numbers or maker marks on the back plate, and key-wound mechanisms.

Position the clock on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or side console table, pairing it with contemporary artwork or books to contrast its classic brass metalwork.

Dust the exterior regularly with a soft microfiber cloth, avoid abrasive brass cleaners that strip original gilding, and have the mechanical movement professionally serviced and oiled every five to seven years.
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