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Carriage Clocks, the earliest types of travelling clock
6Jun2009 Filed under: Antique Clocks, Brass, Carriage Clocks, Handles Author: dodoFew people today would think of packing a carriage clock when they go on a journey, even though, as one of the earliest types of travelling clock, this is what they were made for. Carriage clocks usually have brass cases and were fitted with handles so they could be more easily carried — hence their name — many also came with a leather travelling case. Nearly all carriage clocks were made in France during the 19th and early years of the 20th century; a few were also produced in England. Carriage clocks are among the least expensive types of antique clocks available. You can still buy less elaborate models for around £300-600 although quality ones may cost over £2,000.
Checklist of Typical French Carriage Clock Features
- white enamel dial
- black numerals
- stamped mark or signature on the backplatc
- 8-day duration spring driven movement with going barrel
- bevelled glass panels
- blued steel hands.
Quality Features
- engraved case
- panelled cloisonné or porcelain case
- subsidiary dials.
Firms & Makers to Look Out For
- Auguste (active from 1840) French Abraham-Louis Breguet (1747-1823) French
- Achille and Louis Brocot (active 19thC) French
- Dejardin (active 19thC) French Pierre and Alfred Drocourt (1860-89) French
- Frodsham family (19/20thC) English Paul Gamier (b.1801-d.1869) French Japy (1772-early 20thC) French
- F.A. Margaine (c.1870-1912) French E. Maurice (active 1880s) French James McCabe (19thC) English Soldano (c.1855-80) French
Repeat Buttons
Some carriage clocks have a repeat button on the top of the case: when the button is pressed the clock repeats the last hour struck. This one was made by Henri Jacot c.1890. £900-1,800
Engrave Cases
Engraved-case carriages are more valuable than plain ones. Look for elaborate, detailed decoration which covers as much of the case as possible. This one was made by Le Roy & Fils c.1865. £2,000-3,000
Subsidiary Dials
Clocks with subsidiary dials are especially desirable. This English carriage has an alarm dial; some clocks also have dials showing seconds or the days of the week. £900
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June 20th, 2009 at 4:55 am
I’m wondering, if carriage clocks also came with leather traveling cases, why would they design them with big ugly handles? why not put the big ugly handle on the traveling case. then the clocks would look more square and uniform and the cases would accomplish the easy of travel.
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