Victorian Mahogany Twin-Fusee Bracket Clock
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1870
This Victorian bracket clock is constructed with a solid mahogany case featuring a prominent grain and honey-patina. The clock houses an 8-day mechanical twin-fusee movement, which manages both the timekeeping train and an hour-striking train that utilizes an internal bell.
The dial is painted with Roman numerals and is fitted with blued-steel hands. The rear of the clock features a glazed door providing visual access to the brass movement, complemented by acoustic side frets. Dimensions are recorded as 48cm in height, 30cm in width, and 16cm in depth. The object is supplied with its original pendulum and winding key. According to the auction description, the movement is in full working order, having been maintained to provide reliable timekeeping and striking, while the external mahogany housing exhibits minor signs of age consistent with its antique status.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Bracket clock
- Period
- Late Victorian, circa 1870
- Dimensions
- 48cm x 30cm x 16cm
- Escapement
- English anchor recoil
- Case material
- Solid mahogany
- Movement type
- 8-day twin-fusee
- Place recorded
- England
- Striking mechanism
- Internal bell
Design
- Case and Dial
- The clock is housed in a solid mahogany case, which the provided text describes as possessing a deep, warm honey-patina and highly figured grain. The design includes decorative carved elements atop the clock and at the base, with side acoustic frets incorporated to allow sound transmission. The dial is painted and features black Roman numerals. The clock is equipped with original blued-steel hands. Access to the internal mechanism is provided via a glazed rear door, allowing for visual inspection of the movement. The entire assembly sits on four feet.
- Visible features
- • Painted dial with Roman numerals • Solid mahogany case with ornamental carved details • Internal bell for hour striking
- Movement and Escapement
- The clock operates on an 8-day mechanical twin-fusee movement. The use of dual fusees provides power to both the timekeeping and striking trains, aiming to ensure consistent power delivery. The escapement is a traditional English anchor recoil mechanism. The striking train is designed to sound the full hour count on an internal bell. The auction description reports that the movement is in full working order, maintaining time and striking reliably.
- Condition and Accessories
- The mahogany case is described as being in solid condition with a luster that shows signs of age. The auction description notes that the timepiece is currently in full working order, with the pendulum and winding key included as part of the set. Regarding maintenance, the auction listing states that the pendulum is intended to be unhooked during transport to prevent damage to the movement plates or fusee lines.
Identification
- SKU
- JN155
- Serial number
- JN155
- 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 exact maker is not identified in the provided description
- Research required: The precise nature of the 'minor, authentic signs of age' is not detailed