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Webb of Frome Dropdial Fusee Wall Clock
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
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Webb of Frome Dropdial Fusee Wall Clock

19th century
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A Somerset drop dial fusee wall clock. A rosewood case with the original side carvings. A cast brass bezel surround to the dial. A 12" painted dial signed ' Webb Frome ' with blued steel hands. A side door and an opening bottom door. An 8-day duration timepiece fusee mechanism. Circa 1860.

The Webb family of clockmakers are recorded in A J Moores'' 'Watch and Clockmakers of Somerset' book as working from 1785-1894.

Height 22 1/2" / 57 cms Width 16" / 41 cms Depth 5 1/2 " / 15 cms.

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine antique wall clock that has been serviced with 12 months guarantee. Please contact us for a personal delivery quote. We are members of The British Watchmakers and Clockmakers Guild

Physical Dimensions
Height
57cm (22.44")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Mahogany Fusee Wall Clock to the Victorian era.

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SA951357
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A Somerset drop dial fusee wall clock. A rosewood case with the original side carvings. A cast brass bezel surround to the dial. A 12" painted dial signed ' Webb Frome ' with blued steel hands. A side door and an opening bottom door. An 8-day duration timepiece fusee mechanism. Circa 1860.
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The Webb family of clockmakers are recorded in A J Moores'' 'Watch and Clockmakers of Somerset' book as working from 1785-1894.
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
fig 1. A Victorian drop dial fusee wall clock with an octagonal mahogany frame, cream dial face, black Roman numerals, and carved side ears.
fig 1. Webb of Frome Dropdial Fusee Wall Clock

Height 22 1/2" / 57 cms Width 16" / 41 cms Depth 5 1/2 " / 15 cms.

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine antique wall clock that has been serviced with 12 months guarantee. Please contact us for a personal delivery quote. We are members of The British Watchmakers and Clockmakers Guild

Height
57cm (22.44")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Mahogany Fusee Wall Clock to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA951357
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
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A Victorian drop dial fusee wall clock with an octagonal mahogany frame, cream dial face, black Roman numerals, and carved side ears.
Webb of Frome Dropdial Fusee Wall Clock
Ref: SA951357
A Victorian drop dial fusee wall clock with an octagonal mahogany frame, cream dial face, black Roman numerals, and carved side ears.
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A drop dial fusee clock is a 19th-century British pendulum wall clock featuring a lower trunk extending below the dial to house the pendulum swing. Powered by a fusee movement, which uses a spiralled cone and chain to equalise spring tension, these clocks maintain consistent timekeeping accuracy.

Victorian drop dial clocks are crafted with timber cases, often featuring solid mahogany or walnut accented with flame veneers and carved side ears. The dial face is constructed from painted sheet iron or enamel set within a cast brass bezel and glass panel.

An authentic fusee clock is identified by its mechanical movement containing a cone-shaped fusee brass barrel connected via a steel chain or gut line. Additional indicators include hand-painted Roman numeral dials, heavy cast brass bezels, and timber cases secured with wooden pegs.

A drop dial wall clock acts as a focal point when positioned on a narrow wall space, above a sideboard, or within a home study. The contrast of dark timber against light neutral walls highlights the geometric silhouette and brass details.

A mechanical clock must be mounted securely on a level wall surface away from direct heat sources and moisture. Winding the movement regularly with the correct key and scheduling mechanical servicing every five to seven years preserves operation.
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