How do you wind a carriage clock?

Most models utilise a key inserted into arbors located on the underside or backplate of the movement. Care must be taken not to overwind the mainspring. Some variations feature a butterfly key permanently attached to the movement, allowing winding without a separate tool.

What is a striking carriage clock?

A striking mechanism causes the clock to automatically sound the hours and half-hours on a small internal bell or gong. This acoustic feature served as a functional alarm or time signal in domestic settings. Many striking movements also include a silent lever or a repeating button for added versatility.

Why do some have travel cases?

Original leather outer cases, often called travelling cases with sliding viewing windows, protected the delicate brass and gilt finish during transit. They preserve the surface condition and indicate that the timepiece travelled with its owner. Finding a piece with its original fitted case is uncommon and sought after by collectors.

How do you date a carriage clock?

Dating relies on stylistic clues such as case shape, dial decoration, escapement type, and maker signatures recorded in movement archives. Plain gorge cases often point to the mid-nineteenth century, while more ornate engraved examples frequently align with later decades. Serial numbers stamped on the backplate can also help narrow down the production period.

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These robust and portable timepieces combine fine continental movement with polished brass and glass cases.

French Five Minute Repeating Carriage Clock 1890

19th century

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French Five Minute Repeating Carriage Clock 1890

From Arundel Clocks

£2,050

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19th century

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A Good Table/mantle Clock Circa 1875

From Frank Craig Antiques

£750

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1900 - 1920

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A Decorative Cased Carriage Clock

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

£450

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19th century

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French Carriage Clock

From Samuel Orr Antique Clocks

£750

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19th century

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French 4 Glass

From Samuel Orr Antique Clocks

£950

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French Victorian Patent Alarm Clock in Original Case by Antoine Redier of Paris

19th century

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French Victorian Patent Alarm Clock in Original Case by Antoine Redier of Paris

From Jason Clarke Antiques

£395

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French Serpentine Carriage Clock by Duverdrey & Bloquel.

1900 - 1920

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French Serpentine Carriage Clock by Duverdrey & Bloquel.

From Jane Short Antiques

£395

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French Repeater Carriage Clock Enamel Paintings Fully Restored 1890s

19th century

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French Repeater Carriage Clock Enamel Paintings Fully Restored 1890s

From Arundel Clocks

£2,550

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1900 - 1920

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A Striking & Repeating Carriage Clock

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

£725

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Engraved Case French Repeater Carriage Clock 1860s

19th century

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Engraved Case French Repeater Carriage Clock 1860s

From Arundel Clocks

£2,500

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Listings span the nineteenth century, incorporating brass, gilt brass, enamel, porcelain, and leather materials across various French and English workshops.

Antique French Brass Carriage Clock – 8 Day Movement

1900 - 1920

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Antique French Brass Carriage Clock – 8 Day Movement

From London City Antiques

£795

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Quality Antique Victorian Brass Carriage Clock

19th century

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Quality Antique Victorian Brass Carriage Clock

From Rebecca Sarah Antiques

£475

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1900 - 1920

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Small Timepiece Four Glass Mantel Clock

From Worboys Antiques

£725

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Fine Quality Antique Carriage Clock by Mappin and Webb

1900 - 1920

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Fine Quality Antique Carriage Clock by Mappin and Webb

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£795

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A Rare One Year Duration French Gilt Brass Four-glass Mantel Timepiece, Circa 1880.

19th century

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A Rare One Year Duration French Gilt Brass Four-glass Mantel Timepiece, Circa 1880.

From FJ & RD Story Antique Clocks

£4,750

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Elegant Quality Antique Victorian Miniature Brass Carriage Clock

19th century

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Elegant Quality Antique Victorian Miniature Brass Carriage Clock

From Rebecca Sarah Antiques

£795

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Victorian French Carriage Clock

French Five Minute Repeating Carriage Clock 1890

A Good Table/mantle Clock Circa 1875

A Decorative Cased Carriage Clock

French Carriage Clock

French 4 Glass

French Victorian Patent Alarm Clock in Original Case by Antoine Redier of Paris

French Serpentine Carriage Clock by Duverdrey & Bloquel.

French Repeater Carriage Clock Enamel Paintings Fully Restored 1890s

A Striking & Repeating Carriage Clock

Engraved Case French Repeater Carriage Clock 1860s

Antique French Brass Carriage Clock – 8 Day Movement

Quality Antique Victorian Brass Carriage Clock

Small Timepiece Four Glass Mantel Clock

Fine Quality Antique Carriage Clock by Mappin and Webb

A Rare One Year Duration French Gilt Brass Four-glass Mantel Timepiece, Circa 1880.

Elegant Quality Antique Victorian Miniature Brass Carriage Clock

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