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Rare 'Verge' Wall Clock. De Mayne, Woodbridge
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Rare 'Verge' Wall Clock. De Mayne, Woodbridge

18th century
Sold 14 December 2024 · Its About Time
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A good original George III silvered silvered brass dial clock with verge escapement, dated c.1790. The 14-inch dial is finely engraved with De Mayne Woodbridge, Roman hour numerals within a single line minute track and Arabic 5 minutes. The dial surround is extremely fine and has the classic 'Ogee' shape turned into it. The concave-section bezel is hinged to the right, and has a latch to the left.

The mahogany case with salt box back having a shaped base to secure to the wall and one side door to gain access to the pendulum. 8-day fusee timepiece movement, the tapered plates with bulbous knopped pillars. It has a verge escapement,  Original period fine steel hands.

Physical Dimensions
Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Declaration

Its About Time has dated this Antique Verge Wall Clock to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA915632
Dealers Internal Reference
Verge De Mayne
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Description
A good original George III silvered silvered brass dial clock with verge escapement, dated c.1790.
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The 14-inch dial is finely engraved with De Mayne Woodbridge, Roman hour numerals within a single line minute track and Arabic 5 minutes.
Its About Time

The dial surround is extremely fine and has the classic 'Ogee' shape turned into it. The concave-section bezel is hinged to the right, and has a latch to the left.

fig 1. An antique circular wall clock featuring a brass bezel, white face with Roman numerals, and maker inscription.
fig 1. Rare 'Verge' Wall Clock. De Mayne, Woodbridge

The mahogany case with salt box back having a shaped base to secure to the wall and one side door to gain access to the pendulum. 8-day fusee timepiece movement, the tapered plates with bulbous knopped pillars. It has a verge escapement,  Original period fine steel hands.

Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Date of Manufacture

Its About Time has dated this Antique Verge Wall Clock to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA915632
Dealers Internal Ref
Verge De Mayne
Its About Time
Its About Time
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2017

Antique clock and watch shop specialist (featured on salvage hunters the restorers) with select fine furniture.

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Archive I An antique circular wall clock featuring a brass bezel, white face with Roman numerals, and maker inscription. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare 'Verge' Wall Clock. De Mayne, Woodbridge

Archive II An antique circular wall clock featuring a brass bezel, white face with Roman numerals, and maker inscription. View II
Archive III An antique circular wall clock featuring a brass bezel, white face with Roman numerals, and maker inscription. View III
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Telephone 01702 472574
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863 London Road
Westcliff-on-Sea
Essex
SS0 9SZ
United Kingdom
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An antique circular wall clock featuring a brass bezel, white face with Roman numerals, and maker inscription.
Rare 'Verge' wall clock. De Mayne, Woodbridge
Ref: SA915632
An antique circular wall clock featuring a brass bezel, white face with Roman numerals, and maker inscription.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWall Clocks
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialBrass, Wood, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsRoman numerals, Brass bezel, Maker signature, Minute track
  • SizeH 43 cm (17 in) x W 43 cm (17 in) x D 13 cm (5 in)

FAQs

A verge escapement is one of the earliest mechanical escapements used in clocks, characterised by a crown wheel and a verge axis with pallets, providing the regulating pulse to the pendulum or balance.

Traditional construction typically involves solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or ebonised wood for the case, combined with brass bezels, iron or steel movement components, and painted or enamelled metal dials.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the hand-cut marks on the movement plates, original maker signatures on the dial, wear patterns consistent with age, and traditional joinery methods rather than modern fasteners.

An antique wall clock serves as a striking focal point when mounted on a neutral, minimalist wall, creating a sophisticated contrast between contemporary clean lines and historical craftsmanship.

Preservation requires keeping the timepiece away from direct sunlight, maintaining a stable indoor humidity level, and having the mechanical movement professionally serviced and oiled every few years.
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