What is a fusee bracket clock?

A fusee bracket clock uses a conical pulley system to regulate the power delivered by the mainspring, ensuring even tension as the clock runs. Housed in a wooden case, this mechanism represents a traditional method of mechanical timekeeping. These clocks are designed to stand on tables, brackets, or mantelpieces, combining precision engineering with decorative woodwork.

How do I tell a Regency clock from a Victorian one?

Regency clocks often display clean architectural lines, brass inlay, and pad top cases reflecting neoclassical taste. Victorian examples tend to feature heavier proportions, bolder wood grains, and varied revival styles. Examining the dial style, case silhouette, and secondary woods helps determine the specific period of manufacture.

Where were mantel clocks placed historically?

Mantel clocks stood on the mantel shelf above a fireplace, as well as on library tables, bracket shelves, and sideboards in principal rooms. Their portable nature allowed owners to move them between spaces as needed. Because they were designed to be viewed from the front and sides, the timber cases received finished treatment on all prominent surfaces.

What woods are common in these clocks?

Mahogany forms the majority of the wooden cases, accompanied by rosewood, oak, burr walnut, and ebonised timber. These hardwoods offered stability and a surface suitable for polishing. Cabinetmakers selected specific grains to complement the architectural shape of each bracket or mantel clock.

Home > English Wooden Mantel Clock > Page 4

English Wooden Mantel Clock

65 items · page 4 of 5

← Page 4 of 5 →

An English wooden mantel clock brings timekeeping into the room with timber cases and brass details, offering both function and historical presence.

Small 8 Inch Dial Fusee Bracket Wall Clock - Circa 1870-80

19th century

Save

Small 8 Inch Dial Fusee Bracket Wall Clock - Circa 1870-80

From Heydays Antiques

£1,100

3+ MONTHS AGO

clocks

Small Bracket or Table Clock by Perigal of London. Having a Mahogany Case and Silvered Dial.
circa 1790.

18th century

Save

Small Bracket or Table Clock by Perigal of London. Having a Mahogany Case and Silvered Dial. circa 1790.

From M. C. Taylor

£7,600

3+ MONTHS AGO

clocks

Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Brass Inlaid Desk Clock by Dent of London

19th century

Save

Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Brass Inlaid Desk Clock by Dent of London

From London City Antiques

£2,850

3+ MONTHS AGO

clocks

19th century

Save

19th Cent 8" Mahogany Dial Clock.

From Finchingfield Antiques

£1,395

3+ MONTHS AGO

clocks

George IV Mantel Clock by Charles Valogne, London

19th century

Save

George IV Mantel Clock by Charles Valogne, London

From Georgian Antiques

£3,000

3+ MONTHS AGO

clocks

A Provincial Bracket Clock by Hyde of Salisbury

19th century

Save

A Provincial Bracket Clock by Hyde of Salisbury

From P A Oxley Antique Clocks & Barometers

£5,850

3+ MONTHS AGO

clocks

English Double Fusee Bracket/table Clock

19th century

Save

English Double Fusee Bracket/table Clock

From Arundel Clocks

£950

3+ MONTHS AGO

clocks

English Double Fusee Bracket Clock Osborn of Bognor Regis

19th century

Save

English Double Fusee Bracket Clock Osborn of Bognor Regis

From Arundel Clocks

£950

3+ MONTHS AGO

clocks

Mahogany and Brass Mounted Striking Table Clock with Silvered Dial – John Ellicott

18th century

Save

Mahogany and Brass Mounted Striking Table Clock with Silvered Dial – John Ellicott

From The Antique Clock Co.

£16,000

3+ MONTHS AGO

clocks

19th century

Save

Regency Pad Top Mahogany Bracket Clock

From Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors

£4,300

3+ MONTHS AGO

clocks

The listings show wooden mantel clocks spanning the Georgian, Regency, Victorian, and Edwardian periods, constructed in mahogany, oak, rosewood, and walnut.

Mahogany Striking Bracket Clock with Alarm - Chater & Son - London

18th century

Save

Mahogany Striking Bracket Clock with Alarm - Chater & Son - London

From The Antique Clock Co.

£11,950

3+ MONTHS AGO

clocks

Regency Mahogany Brass Inlayed Fusee Bracket Clock

19th century

Save

Regency Mahogany Brass Inlayed Fusee Bracket Clock

From Cross Antiques

£850

3+ MONTHS AGO

clocks

Art Deco Geometric Two Tone Wooden Mantle Clock, English, C1930

1920 - 1940

Save

Art Deco Geometric Two Tone Wooden Mantle Clock, English, C1930

From Art Deco World

£650

3+ MONTHS AGO

clocks

19th century

Save

Small 19th Century Mahogany Fusee Bracket Clock

From Heydays Antiques

£685

3+ MONTHS AGO

clocks

19th century

Save

Night Watchman Clock by Famous Maker

From Samuel Orr Antique Clocks

£900

3+ MONTHS AGO

clocks

A Diminutive Bracket Clock by Adams of Lombard Street

19th century

Save

A Diminutive Bracket Clock by Adams of Lombard Street

From Chalfont Clocks

£5,450

3+ MONTHS AGO

clocks

← 1 2 3 4 5 →

English Wooden Mantel Clock

Small 8 Inch Dial Fusee Bracket Wall Clock - Circa 1870-80

Small Bracket or Table Clock by Perigal of London. Having a Mahogany Case and Silvered Dial. circa 1790.

Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Brass Inlaid Desk Clock by Dent of London

19th Cent 8" Mahogany Dial Clock.

George IV Mantel Clock by Charles Valogne, London

A Provincial Bracket Clock by Hyde of Salisbury

English Double Fusee Bracket/table Clock

English Double Fusee Bracket Clock Osborn of Bognor Regis

Mahogany and Brass Mounted Striking Table Clock with Silvered Dial – John Ellicott

Regency Pad Top Mahogany Bracket Clock

Mahogany Striking Bracket Clock with Alarm - Chater & Son - London

Regency Mahogany Brass Inlayed Fusee Bracket Clock

Art Deco Geometric Two Tone Wooden Mantle Clock, English, C1930

Small 19th Century Mahogany Fusee Bracket Clock

Night Watchman Clock by Famous Maker

A Diminutive Bracket Clock by Adams of Lombard Street

Add keywords to the filter

Price

Era

Period

Style

Material

Origin

Stock Location

Recently Added

Online Payments

Categories