English Single Fusee Skeleton Clock signed Bolton-London
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
late 19th century
This late 19th-century English skeleton clock is powered by an eight-day, time-only fusee movement set within skeletonized brass architectural plates. A silvered annular chapter ring displays Roman numerals and bears the signature 'Bolton-London' around the six o'clock position.
The movement rests on turned brass pillars secured to a stepped wooden plinth raised on turned bun feet, all enclosed beneath a fitted glass dome. Overall dimensions measure 13 1/4 by 9 by 6 inches. The auction house reports that the base features an enhanced finish and notes the movement currently runs for a few minutes before stopping.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- late 19th century
- Type
- Skeleton clock
- Movement
- 8-day time-only fusee movement
- Dimensions
- 13 1/4 x 9 x 6 inches
- Condition Note
- Base with enhanced finish, runs a few minutes and stops
- Dial Signature
- Bolton-London
- Place recorded
- United Kingdom
- Maker / attribution
- Bolton-London
Design
- Visible features
- • Pierced brass framework with gothic architectural spires supporting the gear train and fusee assembly. • Silvered annular chapter ring with black-enameled Roman numerals, signed 'Bolton' and 'London' flanking the VI numeral. • Stepped dark wood oval plinth supported by four turned wooden bun feet. • Tall arched clear glass cloche dome enclosing the complete clock.
- Dial and Movement Details
- The movement is cataloged as an 8-day time-only fusee mechanism set within skeletonized brass plates. The chapter ring is silvered and bears black-enameled Roman numerals. Direct visual observation confirms the signature is split around the bottom of the chapter ring, reading 'Bolton' and 'London' flanking the VI numeral.
- Object Identity and Composition
- The catalog lists this item as an English single fusee skeleton clock dating to the late 19th century. Stated overall measurements are 13 1/4 by 9 by 6 inches. Physical observation shows pierced brass framework with gothic architectural spires that support the movement, set on a stepped dark wood oval plinth resting on four turned wooden bun feet. The entire clock is covered by a tall arched clear glass cloche dome.
- Reported Condition and Operating Status
- The auctioneer's condition report notes that the base has an 'enhanced finish' and states that the piece retains its 'original dome'. Regarding mechanical function, the seller states that the movement 'runs a few minutes and stops.' General sale terms separately indicate that clocks are not guaranteed to run, and technical details regarding the escapement type, rear plate, and pendulum suspension are not recorded in this source.
Identification
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The auction house condition report notes the base has an enhanced finish and the movement runs for a few minutes and stops.
- Research required: Pendulum suspension, rear plate configuration, and escapement type are not documented in available views.