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Miniature Single Fusee Bracket Clock by William Johnston, Strand, London
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Miniature Single Fusee Bracket Clock by William Johnston, Strand, London

19th century
Sold 3 August 2026 · Chalfont Clocks
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An extremely small single fusee bracket clock in a scalloped mahogany case. The eight day movement having a half deadbeat escapement with a T bar pendulum with hold fast, is beautifully made and of particularly fine quality, signed “Wm Johnson Strand London” on the back plate and dial. The half deadbeat escapement was often used by high quality english makers such as Grimalde & Johnson and Vulliamy. The 3 inch silvered dial, framed by a gilded engine bezel, has fine blued steel pierced heart hands.

The unusual case veneered in mahogany in the form of a stylalised scallop shell supported on foliate scroll work forming the feet.

William Johnston is first recorded in partnership with Peter Grimalde between 1815 and 1825, before setting out on his own, Grimalde & Johnston were celebrated precision chronometer makers, Johnson continued to work in the same style and vein at 50 The Strand until 1851, and was famed for his diminutive bracket clocks, examples of Johnsons work can be found in the Greenwich Royal Observatory Collection.

Date 1830’s

“Britten’s Old Clock & Watches, and Their Makers” 1982 edition

“The Georgian Bracket Clock 1714-1830” Richard Barber 2001 edition

Physical Dimensions
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

Chalfont Clocks has dated this Antique Fusee Bracket Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA972363
Dealers Internal Reference
141
Dealers Notes

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Description
An extremely small single fusee bracket clock in a scalloped mahogany case. The eight day movement having a half deadbeat escapement with a T bar pendulum with hold fast, is beautifully made and of particularly fine quality, signed “Wm Johnson Strand London” on the back plate and dial.
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The half deadbeat escapement was often used by high quality english makers such as Grimalde & Johnson and Vulliamy.
Chalfont Clocks

The 3 inch silvered dial, framed by a gilded engine bezel, has fine blued steel pierced heart hands.

fig 1. An antique dark wood bracket clock featuring an ornate carved wooden case, a circular brass-bezelled dial with roman numerals, and intricate foliate detailing.
fig 1. Miniature Single Fusee Bracket Clock by William Johnston, Strand, London

The unusual case veneered in mahogany in the form of a stylalised scallop shell supported on foliate scroll work forming the feet.

William Johnston is first recorded in partnership with Peter Grimalde between 1815 and 1825, before setting out on his own, Grimalde & Johnston were celebrated precision chronometer makers, Johnson continued to work in the same style and vein at 50 The Strand until 1851, and was famed for his diminutive bracket clocks, examples of Johnsons work can be found in the Greenwich Royal Observatory Collection.

Date 1830’s

“Britten’s Old Clock & Watches, and Their Makers” 1982 edition

“The Georgian Bracket Clock 1714-1830” Richard Barber 2001 edition

Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

Chalfont Clocks has dated this Antique Fusee Bracket Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA972363
Dealers Internal Ref
141
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Archive I An antique dark wood bracket clock featuring an ornate carved wooden case, a circular brass-bezelled dial with roman numerals, and intricate foliate detailing. SOLD3 AUG 26

Miniature Single Fusee Bracket Clock by William Johnston, Strand, London

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An antique dark wood bracket clock featuring an ornate carved wooden case, a circular brass-bezelled dial with roman numerals, and intricate foliate detailing.
Miniature Single Fusee Bracket Clock By William Johnston, Strand, London
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectClocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsScroll carvings, Roman numerals, Fluted arch design, Foliate motifs
  • SizeH 22 cm (9 in) x W 14 cm (6 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

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A fusee bracket clock is a portable timepiece driven by a spring contained in a barrel, connected via a cord or chain to a conical fusee pulley which ensures even power delivery as the spring unwinds.

These clocks typically feature cases made from fine hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or ebonised wood, complemented by brass bezels, silvered dials, and intricate hand-carved details.

Authenticity is determined by examining the quality of the hand-engraved movement, the presence of matching serial numbers on the backplate and case, the use of period-appropriate screws, and maker signatures on the dial.

Placing the clock on a prominent mantelpiece, bookshelf, or sideboard allows its architectural woodcarving and metallic dial to act as a sophisticated focal point in a traditional or transitional room.

Antique clocks should be kept away from direct sunlight, extreme temperature fluctuations, and moisture, and they require professional mechanical servicing every few years to ensure proper functioning.
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