French Brass Carriage Clock 19th Century

Name: Large French Travelling Mantel Clock / Carriage Clock
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA771012
Price: 1800 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectCarriage Clocks
Period19th century
Style19th Century French
MaterialGilt Brass, Glass
ColourGold
MotifsBeaded border trim, Hinged top handle, Exposed balance wheel, Bevelled base
SizeW 26 cm (10 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

This large 19th-century French travelling mantel clock and carriage clock is styled in the French Chateau tradition. The body is formed from gilt bronze with a bright gold finish and features intricate beaded border trim around the top and base edges, alongside a hinged top carrying handle. The rectangular case stands on stepped feet and holds a circular silvered dial set with black Arabic numerals, an exposed balance wheel, a signature for J Wilkinson at 24 Old Bond Street London, two winding holes, and a bevelled glass door. The clock measures 26 cm wide and 12 cm deep. In a contemporary interior, this timepiece provides a functional and decorative accent when displayed upon a mantelpiece, sideboard, or study desk. The polished metalwork and traditional dial design allow it to integrate smoothly into period or eclectic living spaces, serving both as an accurate timekeeper and a classic display piece.

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First developed in France during the early nineteenth century by makers such as Abraham-Louis Breguet, carriage clocks were engineered specifically for travel. Designed to withstand transport in stagecoaches, they featured sturdy brass cases, balance-wheel escapements, and top handles, becoming symbols of status among wealthy travellers.

Traditional carriage clocks were constructed using cast and polished brass or bronze, often finished with fire gilding or ormolu techniques. Cases incorporated bevelled glass side panels to display the internal brass clockwork, paired with silvered or enamel dials housing precision spring-driven balance movements.

Authenticity is indicated by solid brass construction, bevelled glass panels without modern machine cuts, and stamped maker signatures or serial numbers on the back movement plate. Period pieces typically feature balance wheel escapements visible through a top glass window and key-wind mechanisms rather than battery housing.

A brass carriage clock serves as a focal accent when placed on a fireplace mantelpiece, bookshelf, or executive office desk. Its warm metal finish pairs well with dark timber surfaces, marble surrounds, or structured contemporary shelving setups.

Dust the exterior regularly using a dry, soft microfibre cloth or camel-hair brush, avoiding liquid chemicals or abrasive metal polishes that can wear away original gilding. The mechanical clockwork requires professional lubrication and servicing by a qualified horologist every three to five years.

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