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Fine English Drop Dial Wall Clock, Circa 1840
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Fine English Drop Dial Wall Clock, Circa 1840

19th century
Description

A lovely and attractive English trunk dial clock made c. 1840.

The mahogany veneered case is of an original design with slightly shaped sides to the trunk and a Sheraton-like shell inlay in the middle accentuated by a satinwood line inlay. It has a very warm patina. There is a door to the side that gives access to the movement and one in the slanted bottom to set the pendulum going The latter can be secured by two brass hooks.

The 14-inch painted wooden dial is protected by a glass door with a cast brass bezel with lock. The time is indicated by a fine pair of spade hands on a black Roman chapter ring with five minute and minute divisions.

The eight-day movement is constructed between two plates and consists of a going train only. It has a gut fusee, anchor escapement and a semi-long pendulum.

The clock is in good original condition. It is extremely suited to hang in a hall or a kitchen.

Physical Dimensions
Height
60cm (23.62")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

Alexander George Antiques Ltd. has dated this Mahogany Drop Dial Wall Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA845957
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Description
A lovely and attractive English trunk dial clock made c. 1840.
The mahogany veneered case is of an original design with slightly shaped sides to the trunk and a Sheraton-like shell inlay in the middle accentuated by a satinwood line inlay.
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.

It has a very warm patina. There is a door to the side that gives access to the movement and one in the slanted bottom to set the pendulum going The latter can be secured by two brass hooks.

fig 1. An antique circular mahogany wall clock featuring a drop trunk below, a brass bezel, and a cream dial with black Roman numerals.
fig 1. Fine English Drop Dial Wall Clock, Circa 1840

The 14-inch painted wooden dial is protected by a glass door with a cast brass bezel with lock. The time is indicated by a fine pair of spade hands on a black Roman chapter ring with five minute and minute divisions.

fig 2. An antique circular mahogany wall clock featuring a drop trunk below, a brass bezel, and a cream dial with black Roman numerals.
fig 2. Fine English Drop Dial Wall Clock, Circa 1840

The eight-day movement is constructed between two plates and consists of a going train only. It has a gut fusee, anchor escapement and a semi-long pendulum.

The clock is in good original condition. It is extremely suited to hang in a hall or a kitchen.

Height
60cm (23.62")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

Alexander George Antiques Ltd. has dated this Mahogany Drop Dial Wall Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA845957
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2019

Offering carefully selected antique masterpieces from the 17th & 18th centuries

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Trade Associations

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An antique circular mahogany wall clock featuring a drop trunk below, a brass bezel, and a cream dial with black Roman numerals.
Fine English Drop Dial Wall Clock, Circa 1840
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An antique circular mahogany wall clock featuring a drop trunk below, a brass bezel, and a cream dial with black Roman numerals.
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A drop dial wall clock features a circular dial face set above a lowered timber trunk, known as the drop, which houses the pendulum movement. Popular in Britain throughout the 19th century, these timepieces were commonly placed in commercial premises, schools, and private residences.

These wall clocks were primarily constructed using mahogany or oak wood cases, glazed brass bezels, and painted metal dial faces featuring Roman numerals. The internal clockwork typically consists of a brass movement operated via a pendulum system.

Authentic period examples demonstrate hand-cut joinery, cast brass bezels with traditional hinges, and age-appropriate wear to the painted dial. Original movements show hand-milled brass plates and steel arbours rather than modern stamped components.

Mount the clock as a focal element on a hallway wall, within a home library, or above a hallway console table. The deep mahogany timber pairs effectively with modern neutral plaster finishes or dark heritage paint shades.

Position the clock away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent the timber case from drying out or warping. Dust the glass and case gently using a dry microfibre cloth, and consult a professional horologist for movement servicing every five to seven years.
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