Description
This exquisite French gilt brass carriage clock exemplifies elegance and quality, showcasing a polished gilt brass frame with bevelled glass panels and a prominent inspection window on top. Its clean white enamel dial, signed by the prestigious Dwerrihouse & Bell, 15 Mount Street, Beardsley Square, London, is elegantly adorned with Roman numerals and original, finely blued steel hands.
The clock’s 8-day striking and repeating movement is meticulously crafted, complete with its original silvered Swiss lever platform escapement and a compensated bi-metallic balance. Each hour is announced with a resonant strike on a gong, complemented by a single chime on the half-hour.
This impressive timepiece combines refined aesthetics with superior craftsmanship, making it a standout piece for discerning collectors.
Serviced and guaranteed for 3 years.
Height: 5 ½ or 14 cm
CIRCA. 1850
Provenance: Private collection, UK
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1. Visit the Showroom
We invite you to make an appointment to visit our large Dorset showroom. Here you can view our unrivalled selection of fine antique clocks in person. If your location or circumstances make this difficult, then we are happy to supply high quality photographs & videos, and to answer any questions you may have.
2. Fully Serviced & Guaranteed
Once you have selected the clock you wish to purchase, you can secure it by placing a 20% deposit. The clock will then be taken to our workshop, where a specialist clockmaker will conduct a comprehensive restoration. The clock will then undergo rigorous testing for a minimum of 4 weeks. The work carried out on your clock will be guaranteed for 3 years, providing you with further peace of mind.
3. Delivery
After the clock has undergone a full restoration and the testing period has been successfully completed, we will contact you to arrange a suitable date for delivery. At this point the final balance will be due. The delivery process will be coordinated with you to ensure a convenient and secure transportation of the clock to your location.
