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Description

Victorian four glass chiming clock circa 1880. The eight day movement striking the full hours and half hours on a blued steel gong, which gives a lovely mellow chime. The porcelain dial with Arabic numerals decorated with garlands of flowers within a 4 glass bevelled edged case with Champleve decoration. The mercurial pendulum has further Champleve decoration This is a very versatile clock which can be used in a variety of rooms and and enhance the Decor of a fine home.

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Physical Dimensions

Height

28cm (11.02")

Width

17cm (6.69")

Depth

13cm (5.12")

Declaration

Frank Craig Antiques has dated this French Four Glass Clock to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA911486

Dealers Internal Reference

1295

Dealers Notes

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Frank Craig Antiques have been established over 50 years.

Our experience ensures that we only select the best pieces in their category. We offer our customers a reliable service with the assurance that all our stock is thoroughly vetted as genuine antique and sold at the best possible price point. All items are sold without restoration or a minimum if required and will be in a condition commensurate with age.

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Description

Victorian four glass chiming clock circa 1880.

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The eight day movement striking the full hours and half hours on a blued steel gong, which gives a lovely mellow chime.

Frank Craig Antiques

The porcelain dial with Arabic numerals decorated with garlands of flowers within a 4 glass bevelled edged case with Champleve decoration. The mercurial pendulum has further Champleve decoration This is a very versatile clock which can be used in a variety of rooms and and enhance the Decor of a fine home.

For further items of interest please visit our website www.frankcraigantiques.com

Physical Dimensions

Height

28cm (11.02")

Width

17cm (6.69")

Depth

13cm (5.12")

Date of Manufacture

Frank Craig Antiques has dated this French Four Glass Clock to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA911486

Dealers Internal Ref

1295

About the Dealer

Frank Craig Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2018

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An antique French four glass mantel clock with a brass frame, enamelled dial, and visible pendulum standing on a wooden surface.

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A four glass clock is a type of mantel clock encased in a rectangular brass frame with glass panels on all four sides, allowing a full view of the internal mechanism and pendulum from multiple angles, popularised in France during the late 19th century.

These clocks typically feature a heavy gilt-brass or ormolu case fitted with bevelled plate glass panels, often accompanied by enamelled dials and intricate champleve or cloisonne enamel details, housing a spring-driven mechanical movement.

Authentic pieces from the 19th century usually display numbered brass clockwork movements, hand-painted enamel dials, mercury or compensated pendulums, and precise cast-brass construction rather than modern lightweight alloys.

This item functions effectively as a focal point on a mantelpiece or a side table, where its transparent glass panels can reflect light and complement both traditional and eclectic modern interiors.

Preservation involves keeping the movement clean and lubricated by a professional horologist every few years, avoiding direct sunlight to protect enamel dials, and handling the delicate glass and brass casing with care.

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French Four Glass, Library, Mantel Clockcirca 1880

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