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A Late 19th Century Mahogany Balloon Bracket Clock Timepiece
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A Late 19th Century Mahogany Balloon Bracket Clock Timepiece

19th century
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A fine late 19th century bracket clock timepiece in the George III style, the balloon shaped case in well figured mahogany with a line of boxwood stringing around the hinged cast brass bezel opening to a 7” silvered dial with Roman numerals in black, outer minute track and with black pierced steel hands, over a panel of satinwood and boxwood inlay depicting crossed flaming torches held together with a bow and with flowers entwined, on a plinth base with similar inlay of stylised flowers, raised on brass bracket feet, and to the rear having a door revealing an English eight day fusee movement with a pendulum. English, circa 1890. Supplied with door key and winding key.

Condition: Excellent, the clock is in extremely good condition and the movement has been serviced and overhauled. The inlays are in excellent condition and the clock has scale and presence.

Physical Dimensions
Height
44cm (17.32")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Declaration

Chequers Antiques has dated this Mahogany Balloon Bracket Clock to the 1890s.

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SA892694
Description
A fine late 19th century bracket clock timepiece in the George III style, the balloon shaped case in well figured mahogany with a line of boxwood stringing around the hinged cast brass bezel opening to a 7” silvered dial with Roman numerals in black, outer minute track and with black pierced steel hands, over a panel of satinwood and boxwood inlay depicting crossed flaming torches held together with a bow and with flowers entwined, on a plinth base with similar inlay of stylised flowers, raised on brass bracket feet, and to the rear having a door revealing an English eight day fusee movement with a pendulum. English, circa 1890. Supplied with door key and winding key.
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Condition: Excellent, the clock is in extremely good condition and the movement has been serviced and overhauled.
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The inlays are in excellent condition and the clock has scale and presence.

Height
44cm (17.32")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Date of Manufacture

Chequers Antiques has dated this Mahogany Balloon Bracket Clock to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA892694
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A late 19th-century mahogany balloon clock featuring satinwood marquetry inlay of floral scrolls, a circular dial with Roman numerals, and brass feet.
A late 19th century mahogany balloon bracket clock timepiece
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A late 19th-century mahogany balloon clock featuring satinwood marquetry inlay of floral scrolls, a circular dial with Roman numerals, and brass feet.
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A balloon clock is a type of tabletop or mantel clock characterised by a waisted timber case shaped like an inverted balloon, popularised in Britain during the late Georgian and Victorian eras.

These clocks are typically constructed from mahogany or rosewood, often featuring satinwood marquetry inlays, brass bezels, glass crystal face covers, and cast brass feet.

Authentic period examples feature hand-cut timber veneers, intricate floral or urn marquetry, mechanical pendulum movements, Roman numeral dials, and natural patination across the brass and wood surfaces.

Place the clock as a focal point on a minimalist fireplace mantel, atop an entryway console table, or within a styled bookcase to add historical contrast to modern decor.

Position the clock away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer cracking, dust regularly with a soft dry cloth, and apply natural beeswax polish occasionally to protect the wood.
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