What is a brass escapement clock?

A brass escapement clock is a timepiece featuring a regulating mechanism that controls the release of gear train power, housed within a brass-framed case. These pieces range from early English lantern clocks to Victorian French carriage designs.

How do I wind a brass clock?

Winding requires inserting the appropriate key into the dial winding squares and turning gently until resistance is felt. Care should be taken not to overwind spring-driven movements to protect the internal mainsprings.

Where were these clocks made?

Production centred primarily in established horological hubs across England, particularly London, and continental manufacturing centres such as Paris. Workshops utilised local skilled artisans to cast brass and cut delicate wheel teeth by hand.

How do I identify the period?

Dating relies on stylistic clues in the case design, signature engraving styles on the backplate, and the specific type of escapement utilised. Early models from the eighteenth century typically feature verge movements, while later Victorian versions often employ platform escapements.

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A brass escapement clock contains intricate mechanisms housed within polished metal cases, prized by collectors for precision engineering and period design.

Magnificent Gilt Bronze, Four Glass Sided, Mantel/bracket Clock

19th century

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Magnificent Gilt Bronze, Four Glass Sided, Mantel/bracket Clock

From Masons Antiques

£1,250

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English Lantern Clock with Verge Escapement and Alarm. By William Barrow, London.
circa 1715.

18th century

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English Lantern Clock with Verge Escapement and Alarm. By William Barrow, London. circa 1715.

From M. C. Taylor

£6,450

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Georgian Inverted Bell-top, Verge Escapement, Ebonised Bracket Clock by Isaac Hurley, London. Circa 1750.

18th century

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Georgian Inverted Bell-top, Verge Escapement, Ebonised Bracket Clock by Isaac Hurley, London. Circa 1750.

From M. C. Taylor

£5,250

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Victorian French Marble Clock Pinchon, Fils, Paris

19th century

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Victorian French Marble Clock Pinchon, Fils, Paris

From Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

£695

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An Extremely Rare Ships Wheel Pendulum Four Glass Clock

19th century

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An Extremely Rare Ships Wheel Pendulum Four Glass Clock

From Chalfont Clocks

£3,950

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William Evans of Handsworth a Rare Skeleton Clock with Coup Perdu Detent Escapement

19th century

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William Evans of Handsworth a Rare Skeleton Clock with Coup Perdu Detent Escapement

From Leigh Extence Antique Clocks

£5,800

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19th century

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Rare Giant Oval 4 Glass

From Samuel Orr Antique Clocks

£950

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A Good and Slightly Smaller, Quarter Repeating, Verge Escapement Bracket Clock by Andrew Marchant of London.
circa 1745.

18th century

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A Good and Slightly Smaller, Quarter Repeating, Verge Escapement Bracket Clock by Andrew Marchant of London. circa 1745.

From M. C. Taylor

£5,250

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A Mahogany, Bell-top, Verge Escapement and Very Original, Bracket Clock with a Silvered Dial.
circa 1790.

18th century

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A Mahogany, Bell-top, Verge Escapement and Very Original, Bracket Clock with a Silvered Dial. circa 1790.

From M. C. Taylor

£3,600

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A Small French Striking Four Glass Clock

19th century

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A Small French Striking Four Glass Clock

From The Antique Clock Co.

£2,850

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Some travel clocks arrived with their own leather cases, proving that past owners insisted on knowing the exact minute while bumping along in carriages.

18th century

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18th Century London 'Verge' Bracket Clock by John Rapton of London

From Quiet Street Antiques of Bath

£5,750

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Bell Top, Walnut Table Bracket Clock by John Taylor of London Tic Tac Escapement Circa 1780

18th century

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Bell Top, Walnut Table Bracket Clock by John Taylor of London Tic Tac Escapement Circa 1780

From M. C. Taylor

£10,500

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19th century

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Goliath Four Glass Clock

From Chalfont Clocks

£5,450

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John Taylor, London, Verge Bracket Clock, in Ebonised Bell-top Case.
circa 1780.

18th century

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John Taylor, London, Verge Bracket Clock, in Ebonised Bell-top Case. circa 1780.

From M. C. Taylor

£6,250

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Moser Inkwell Clock with Chaff-cutter Escapement

19th century

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Moser Inkwell Clock with Chaff-cutter Escapement

From Leigh Extence Antique Clocks

£5,500

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A Limited Edition Thwaites & Reed ‘Congreve’ Rolling Ball Clock

Later than 1960

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A Limited Edition Thwaites & Reed ‘Congreve’ Rolling Ball Clock

From The Antique Clock Co.

£8,500

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Brass Escapement Clock

Magnificent Gilt Bronze, Four Glass Sided, Mantel/bracket Clock

English Lantern Clock with Verge Escapement and Alarm. By William Barrow, London. circa 1715.

Georgian Inverted Bell-top, Verge Escapement, Ebonised Bracket Clock by Isaac Hurley, London. Circa 1750.

Victorian French Marble Clock Pinchon, Fils, Paris

An Extremely Rare Ships Wheel Pendulum Four Glass Clock

William Evans of Handsworth a Rare Skeleton Clock with Coup Perdu Detent Escapement

Rare Giant Oval 4 Glass

A Good and Slightly Smaller, Quarter Repeating, Verge Escapement Bracket Clock by Andrew Marchant of London. circa 1745.

A Mahogany, Bell-top, Verge Escapement and Very Original, Bracket Clock with a Silvered Dial. circa 1790.

A Small French Striking Four Glass Clock

18th Century London 'Verge' Bracket Clock by John Rapton of London

Bell Top, Walnut Table Bracket Clock by John Taylor of London Tic Tac Escapement Circa 1780

Goliath Four Glass Clock

John Taylor, London, Verge Bracket Clock, in Ebonised Bell-top Case. circa 1780.

Moser Inkwell Clock with Chaff-cutter Escapement

A Limited Edition Thwaites & Reed ‘Congreve’ Rolling Ball Clock

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