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French Enamel Repeating Carriage Clock
Arundel Clocks
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French Enamel Repeating Carriage Clock

19th century
For Sale by Arundel Clocks
Description

Hi

I have for sale an 1890 French cloisonné enamel masked dial carriage clock made in France which has been fully restored in both movement and case in April 2023.

This is a genuine French carriage clock, not a modern reproduction.

The Case

The case is in solid brass and stands 18cm high x 9cm wide with a depth of 8cm it is in mint perfect condition with mint thick beveled glass front and top viewing glass.

The enamel bandings run right around the top and bottom.

The Dial

The dial is in untouched original condition with Arabic numerals and the original ornate moon hands are housed in a beautiful enamel mask highlighted with brass stringing and enamel inlays it is all simply stunning.

The Movement

The movement is an eight-day time and strikes so strikes the hours and halves, the movement has been ultrasonically cleaned, hand polished, serviced, and oiled so keeping a great time over the eight days via the original silvered platform.

The clock has a button on top to repeat the last hour struck.

I Have the original key also.

Overall a very rare beautiful quality carriage clock by a quality French maker that looks stunning on display and contains all of its original features this is quite a rare find these days.

You are welcome to come and view the clock and ask any questions you wish to, I will pack well and ship worldwide.

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Arundel Clocks has dated this French Enamel Carriage Clock to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA981954
Dealers Internal Reference
Clive Enamel Repeater
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Gary, our in-house Horologist, is always happy to discuss your individual requirements: +44 7903 932602

Description
Hi

I have for sale an 1890 French cloisonné enamel masked dial carriage clock made in France which has been fully restored in both movement and case in April 2023.

This is a genuine French carriage clock, not a modern reproduction.

fig 1. A nineteenth-century French gilt brass carriage clock decorated with polychrome champleve enamel panels and a white dial with Arabic numerals.
fig 1. French Enamel Repeating Carriage Clock

The Case

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The case is in solid brass and stands 18cm high x 9cm wide with a depth of 8cm it is in mint perfect condition with mint thick beveled glass front and top viewing glass.
Arundel Clocks

The enamel bandings run right around the top and bottom.

fig 2. A nineteenth-century French gilt brass carriage clock decorated with polychrome champleve enamel panels and a white dial with Arabic numerals.
fig 2. French Enamel Repeating Carriage Clock

The Dial

The dial is in untouched original condition with Arabic numerals and the original ornate moon hands are housed in a beautiful enamel mask highlighted with brass stringing and enamel inlays it is all simply stunning.

fig 3. A nineteenth-century French gilt brass carriage clock decorated with polychrome champleve enamel panels and a white dial with Arabic numerals.
fig 3. French Enamel Repeating Carriage Clock

The Movement

The movement is an eight-day time and strikes so strikes the hours and halves, the movement has been ultrasonically cleaned, hand polished, serviced, and oiled so keeping a great time over the eight days via the original silvered platform.

fig 4. A nineteenth-century French gilt brass carriage clock decorated with polychrome champleve enamel panels and a white dial with Arabic numerals.
fig 4. French Enamel Repeating Carriage Clock

The clock has a button on top to repeat the last hour struck.

I Have the original key also.

Overall a very rare beautiful quality carriage clock by a quality French maker that looks stunning on display and contains all of its original features this is quite a rare find these days.

You are welcome to come and view the clock and ask any questions you wish to, I will pack well and ship worldwide.

Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Arundel Clocks has dated this French Enamel Carriage Clock to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA981954
Dealers Internal Ref
Clive Enamel Repeater
Arundel Clocks
Arundel Clocks
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A nineteenth-century French gilt brass carriage clock decorated with polychrome champleve enamel panels and a white dial with Arabic numerals.
French Enamel Repeating Carriage Clock
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Carriage clocks were developed in France during the early nineteenth century as portable timepieces designed for travel. They feature robust spring-driven movements, balance escapements that operate accurately despite motion, and glass aperture panels housed within a rectangular metal casing topped with a carrying handle.

These timepieces are constructed using cast and turned brass or gilt-bronze cases fitted with bevelled glass panels. Decorative elements often incorporate champleve or cloisonne enamel work, featuring polychrome vitreous enamel fired into engraved copper or brass channels alongside porcelain or enamel dial faces.

Authentic period examples generally display maker stamps, serial numbers, or trademark symbols on the rear movement plate, such as those from recognised Parisian makers. Additionally, genuine pieces exhibit hand-finished champleve enamelling, heavy gilded brass construction, and traditional lever or platform escapements.

Place the clock as a focal decorative accent on a fireplace mantelpiece, within a curated bookshelf arrangement, or atop an office desk. Its intricate metallic details and colourful enamel work contrast effectively against modern muted paint palettes and natural wood surfaces.

Dust the case regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid using chemical polishes, which can erode gilding and damage enamel. The internal mechanical movement requires professional servicing and lubrication by a horologist every five to seven years.
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