How do I wind a striking desk clock?

Winding requires inserting the appropriate key into the designated winding squares on the dial or back plate, turning gently until resistance increases. Care must be taken not to overwind the mainsprings. For clocks with striking trains, winding both the time side and the strike side ensures the audible mechanism functions correctly alongside the timekeeping.

What is the difference between a mantel clock and a carriage clock?

Mantel clocks are generally larger stationary pieces housed in wood, marble, or bronze, designed to rest permanently on a mantelpiece or shelf. They often feature fusee or heavy spring movements. Carriage clocks are smaller, portable brass and glass timepieces originally intended for travel, possessing a distinctive carrying handle and visible escapements.

How often should these clocks be serviced?

Mechanical clocks generally require professional cleaning and lubrication every five to seven years to prevent wear on the brass pivots and gears. Regular maintenance ensures the striking train operates without jamming. Environmental stability also matters, so keeping the clock away from direct heat sources and drafts helps preserve the movement and case materials.

How can I tell the period of a French carriage clock?

Dating often relies on case design, escapement type, and maker marks stamped on the back plate. Early nineteenth-century examples tend to feature different escapements and simpler brass framing compared to later Victorian models. Signatures or serial numbers can often be cross-referenced with known working periods of the makers inscribed on the movement.

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A striking desk clock brings audible timekeeping and mechanical presence to a room, combining brass, marble, and rich woods into a functional centrepiece.

One-piece Striking Repeating Carriage Clock

19th century

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One-piece Striking Repeating Carriage Clock

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Grande Sonnerie Carriage Clock with Alarm – J. F. Bautte Et Cie

19th century

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Grande Sonnerie Carriage Clock with Alarm – J. F. Bautte Et Cie

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Mid 19th C. French Gilt Ormolu Bell Striking Clock with Sevre Style Panels on Stand in Glass Dome

19th century

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Mid 19th C. French Gilt Ormolu Bell Striking Clock with Sevre Style Panels on Stand in Glass Dome

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Rare Elliptical Dial Striking Carriage Clock

1900 - 1920

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Rare Elliptical Dial Striking Carriage Clock

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English Skeleton Clock by E White of Manchester 1860s

19th century

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English Skeleton Clock by E White of Manchester 1860s

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