G.p.o. Dropdial Fusee Wall Clock 1940 - 1960

Name: G.p.o. Dropdial Fusee Wall Clock
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA884812
Price: 695 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectWall Clocks
Period1940 - 1960
StyleVictorian
MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsCarved scroll ears, Drop dial case, Roman numerals, Spade hands
SizeH 60 cm (24 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

This Victorian drop dial wall clock dates from 1950 and measures 60 cm high, 38 cm wide, 15 cm deep. The warm brown mahogany case houses an off-white circular dial face with black Roman numerals, spade hands, a brass bezel, and carved scroll ears on the sides. The dial features a crown stamp and lettering above the centre, alongside a winding hole below. A glazed circular aperture protects the face, while a hinged brass side clasp secures the bezel within the moulded wooden surround. Suitable for placement on a narrow wall space, this clock functions well in a gentleman's library, hallway, or study. The traditional design and rich timber grain complement period or classic interiors when mounted at eye level. Practical wall hanging brings functional timekeeping to compact architectural areas where floor-standing furniture is impractical.

FAQs

A drop dial fusee wall clock is a mechanical timepiece featuring a circular dial face positioned above an extended lower housing that contains the pendulum. Popularised in nineteenth-century Britain, these clocks utilise a conical pulley system known as a fusee to equalise mainspring tension for precise timekeeping.

These clocks typically feature solid mahogany or mahogany-veneered cases, cast brass bezels with glass covers, and painted iron dial plates displaying Roman numerals. The internal mechanical movements rely on brass plates, steel arbors, and a gut line or steel chain wrapped around the fusee cone.

Authentic government or commercial clocks often display official department markings, painted cyphers, or agency initials such as G.P.O. on the dial face or back plate. Additionally, genuine historical examples exhibit heavy cast brass hinges, substantial movement plates, and hand-carved decorative side ears.

Positioning a mahogany drop dial clock on a narrow wall space, above a sideboard, or in an entryway provides a grounded focal point. The rich wood tones contrast effective against contemporary neutral plaster walls, painted joinery, or modern textured wallpaper.

Maintain mechanical wall clocks by winding them regularly using the correctly sized key without forcing the winding mechanism. Keep the timber casing away from direct heat sources or high humidity, dusting gently with a microfibre cloth and applying natural wax polish sparingly.

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