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Alfred Drocourt Rare Giant Repeating Carriage Clock Fully Restored
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for sale €11,993     $13,018
£10,250
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Alfred Drocourt Rare Giant Repeating Carriage Clock Fully Restored

19th century
For Sale by Arundel Clocks
Description

Hi

I have for sale an 1890 Alfred Drocourt giant repeater carriage clock in stunning condition for the age fully restored and serviced movement and platform escapement in perfect working order with the large original key.

The Case

The case is in beautiful polished brass and stands 25cm high x 14.5cm wide with a depth of 12cm it is in very good original condition very shiny has been very well looked after, with thick beveled glass sides and rear door.

The Dial

The dial is in mint original condition white porcelain with Roman numerals, all housed in a stunning chased masked dial with the original fine spade hands.

The Movement

The movement is an eight-day time and strike which strikes the hours and half hours on a blue steel gong to the rear. the movement has been fully restored two months ago so keeping good time over eight days via the original restored silvered platform escapement.

The back plate is stamped by the maker stamp.

Overall a very rare clock quite rare in this original condition that looks great on display keeping good time.

The photos do not do justice to this lovely old clock.

I will post worldwide but is mega-heavy.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
14.5cm (5.71")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Arundel Clocks has dated this Alfred Drocourt Carriage Clock to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA969526
Dealers Internal Reference
Clive Giant
Dealers Notes

Gary, our in-house Horologist, is always happy to discuss your individual requirements: +44 7903 932602

Description
Hi

I have for sale an 1890 Alfred Drocourt giant repeater carriage clock in stunning condition for the age fully restored and serviced movement and platform escapement in perfect working order with the large original key.

fig 1. A French gilt brass giant repeating carriage clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, an engraved brass mask, bevelled glass panels, and a hinged top handle.
fig 1. Alfred Drocourt Rare Giant Repeating Carriage Clock Fully Restored

The Case

The case is in beautiful polished brass and stands 25cm high x 14.

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5cm wide with a depth of 12cm it is in very good original condition very shiny has been very well looked after, with thick beveled glass sides and rear door.
Arundel Clocks
fig 2. A French gilt brass giant repeating carriage clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, an engraved brass mask, bevelled glass panels, and a hinged top handle.
fig 2. Alfred Drocourt Rare Giant Repeating Carriage Clock Fully Restored

The Dial

The dial is in mint original condition white porcelain with Roman numerals, all housed in a stunning chased masked dial with the original fine spade hands.

The Movement

The movement is an eight-day time and strike which strikes the hours and half hours on a blue steel gong to the rear. the movement has been fully restored two months ago so keeping good time over eight days via the original restored silvered platform escapement.

fig 3. A French gilt brass giant repeating carriage clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, an engraved brass mask, bevelled glass panels, and a hinged top handle.
fig 3. Alfred Drocourt Rare Giant Repeating Carriage Clock Fully Restored

The back plate is stamped by the maker stamp.

Overall a very rare clock quite rare in this original condition that looks great on display keeping good time.

The photos do not do justice to this lovely old clock.

I will post worldwide but is mega-heavy.

Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
14.5cm (5.71")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Arundel Clocks has dated this Alfred Drocourt Carriage Clock to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA969526
Dealers Internal Ref
Clive Giant
Arundel Clocks
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Archive I A French gilt brass giant repeating carriage clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, an engraved brass mask, bevelled glass panels, and a hinged top handle.

Alfred Drocourt Rare Giant Repeating Carriage Clock Fully Restored

Archive II A French gilt brass giant repeating carriage clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, an engraved brass mask, bevelled glass panels, and a hinged top handle. View II
Archive III A French gilt brass giant repeating carriage clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, an engraved brass mask, bevelled glass panels, and a hinged top handle. View III
Archive IV A French gilt brass giant repeating carriage clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, an engraved brass mask, bevelled glass panels, and a hinged top handle. View IV
Archive V A French gilt brass giant repeating carriage clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, an engraved brass mask, bevelled glass panels, and a hinged top handle. View V
Archive VI A French gilt brass giant repeating carriage clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, an engraved brass mask, bevelled glass panels, and a hinged top handle. View VI
Archive VII A French gilt brass giant repeating carriage clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, an engraved brass mask, bevelled glass panels, and a hinged top handle. View VII
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Archive IX A French gilt brass giant repeating carriage clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, an engraved brass mask, bevelled glass panels, and a hinged top handle. View IX
Archive X A French gilt brass giant repeating carriage clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, an engraved brass mask, bevelled glass panels, and a hinged top handle. View X
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West Sussex
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A French gilt brass giant repeating carriage clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, an engraved brass mask, bevelled glass panels, and a hinged top handle.
Alfred Drocourt Rare Giant Repeating Carriage Clock Fully Restored
Ref: SA969526
A French gilt brass giant repeating carriage clock featuring a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, an engraved brass mask, bevelled glass panels, and a hinged top handle.
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  • ObjectClocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench 19th Century
  • MaterialBrass, Glass, Enamel
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsHinged carrying handle, Bevelled glass panels, Engraved brass mask, Enamel dial
  • SizeH 25 cm (10 in) x W 14.5 cm (6 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

This French nineteenth-century carriage clock follows the style of the period, executed in polished brass, white enamel, and glass. The structure is rendered in a shiny gold finish, incorporating a hinged carrying handle at the top with a fluted grip, stepped mouldings along the top and base, and an engraved brass mask surrounding the white porcelain dial. Black Roman numerals mark the hours on the dial, paired with fine spade hands and bevelled glass panels. The piece measures 25 cm high, 14.5 cm wide, and 12 cm deep. Placement suits a mantelpiece, desk, or side table within a study, library, or drawing room, providing a functional timepiece and decorative object. The polished metal reflects surrounding light, while the visible dial and bevelled windows expose the inner mechanics. Routine placement involves flat interior surfaces away from direct moisture, operating as a standalone mantel accessory that requires only periodic winding.

FAQs

Developed in the early nineteenth century in France, carriage clocks are portable spring-driven timepieces originally designed for travel, featuring top handles and rectangular glass cases.

These timepieces are constructed primarily from solid cast or gilded brass, thick bevelled glass panels, and porcelain or enamel dials over brass plates.

Authenticity is identified through maker stamps on the back movement plate, platform escapement details, heavy bevelled glass, and finely engraved brass masks around the dial.

Position the piece atop a fireplace mantelpiece, within a traditional bookshelf display, or on a dark wood executive desk to create an elevated focal point.

Dust the exterior glass and gilded brass frame gently with a dry microfibre cloth, avoid harsh chemical polishes that strip gilding, and have the mechanical movement serviced every five years by a qualified horologist.
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