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18th Century George III Figured Mahogany Three Pad Stricking Bracket Clock
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.
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£7,900
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18th Century George III Figured Mahogany Three Pad Stricking Bracket Clock

18th century
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18th Century George III Figured Mahogany Three Pad Bracket Clock by JOHN WRIGHT DORKING, Circa 1780. England

A most attractive English bracket clock, made around 1780, signed on the silvered dial John Wright DORKING. The mahogany veneered oak case is of classical shape for the period, with an arched top, moulded base and brass bracket feet. The top has three brass lined pads and is surmounted by a carrying handle on the middle one. The sides have pierced brass silk-backed sounds frets whilst the back door is glazed showing the beautifully engraved backplate. The engraved silvered dial is protected by an arched glazed front door. The time is indicated by a fine pair of pierced blued steel hands on a chapter ring, which has Roman hour, Arabic five-minute and minute divisions.

The high-quality spring-driven eight-day twin fusee brass movement consists of going and striking trains. The going train has its original verge escapement and a short pendulum with knife-edge suspension, hidden by a lovely engraved asymmetric backcock apron. The rack striking indicates the hours on a bell. It can be repeated at all times by pulling a cord.

The maker, John Wright, was active as a clockmaker in Dorking from 1771 until 1828

References: Brian Loomes, Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World, London, 2006, p. 860

Physical Dimensions
Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Alexander George Antiques Ltd. has dated this George III Bracket Clock to the 18th Century.

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SA851531
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18th Century George III Figured Mahogany Three Pad Bracket Clock by JOHN WRIGHT DORKING, Circa 1780. England
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A most attractive English bracket clock, made around 1780, signed on the silvered dial John Wright DORKING.
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.

The mahogany veneered oak case is of classical shape for the period, with an arched top, moulded base and brass bracket feet. The top has three brass lined pads and is surmounted by a carrying handle on the middle one. The sides have pierced brass silk-backed sounds frets whilst the back door is glazed showing the beautifully engraved backplate. The engraved silvered dial is protected by an arched glazed front door. The time is indicated by a fine pair of pierced blued steel hands on a chapter ring, which has Roman hour, Arabic five-minute and minute divisions.

fig 1. An 18th-century George III bracket clock with a figured mahogany case, brass carrying handle, arched silvered dial, and pierced brass side frets.
fig 1. 18th Century George III Figured Mahogany Three Pad Stricking Bracket Clock

The high-quality spring-driven eight-day twin fusee brass movement consists of going and striking trains. The going train has its original verge escapement and a short pendulum with knife-edge suspension, hidden by a lovely engraved asymmetric backcock apron. The rack striking indicates the hours on a bell. It can be repeated at all times by pulling a cord.

The maker, John Wright, was active as a clockmaker in Dorking from 1771 until 1828

References: Brian Loomes, Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World, London, 2006, p. 860

Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Alexander George Antiques Ltd. has dated this George III Bracket Clock to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA851531
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18th Century George III Figured Mahogany Three Pad Stricking Bracket Clock

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Archive V An 18th-century George III bracket clock with a figured mahogany case, brass carrying handle, arched silvered dial, and pierced brass side frets. View V
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Alexander George Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07787 536199
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Buscot Manor
Buscot
Oxfordshire
SN7 8DA
United Kingdom

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An 18th-century George III bracket clock with a figured mahogany case, brass carrying handle, arched silvered dial, and pierced brass side frets.
18th Century George III Figured Mahogany Three Pad Stricking Bracket Clock
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An 18th-century George III bracket clock with a figured mahogany case, brass carrying handle, arched silvered dial, and pierced brass side frets.
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A George III bracket clock is a spring-driven portable clock produced in Britain during the reign of King George III from 1760 to 1820. Designed to sit on a matching wall bracket or table, these clocks typically feature mahogany cases, fusee movements, and brass carrying handles.

These clocks were predominantly constructed with oak frames veneered in figured mahogany or walnut, decorated with cast brass handles, mounts, and feet. The dials were crafted from brass or silvered brass, with side panels often featuring brass sound frets lined with fabric.

Authentic period clocks feature hand-engraved brass or silvered dials, edge-engraved backplates, and five-pillar movements joined with latches or tapered pins. Look for evidence of hand-sawing on internal timber surfaces and natural patination across original brass components.

Place the clock as a focal point on a mantelpiece, sideboard, or study desk alongside contemporary art or modern books for contrast. Ensure the warm timber tone complements surrounding woodwork or stands out clearly against neutral walls.

Keep the clock away from direct sunlight, central heating radiators, and high humidity to prevent timber warping and mechanical corrosion. Clean the case with a soft dry cloth, apply beeswax sparingly, and have the mechanical movement serviced by a qualified horologist every three to five years.
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