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Clock · Lantern clock

English brass lantern clock

Partially verified

This lantern clock features an all-brass construction and stands at a height of 40 centimeters. The design incorporates structural elements such as brass pillars at the four corners, a domed bell mounted at the top, and decorative frets. The clock rests on four ball feet. The circular dial includes an outer ring with Roman numerals and linear divisions, while the central area is engraved with floral scrollwork designs. A winding hole is visible on the dial, along with steel hands. The clock is powered by a fusee movement, intended to regulate spring force transmission. It includes a passing strike mechanism that activates a hammer on the bell. The rear and sides feature brass access doors, which reveal the pendulum and movement plates. The brass housing exhibits a natural patina. The technical working condition of the timepiece is not specified in the provided records.

Front view of the English brass lantern clock showing the dial, hands, frets, and domed bell.
Front view of the English brass lantern clock showing the dial, hands, frets, and domed bell. — Dutch Time Pieces. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
zamanito.com
Category
Clock · Lantern clock
Maker / attribution
Not established
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
circa 1900
Source-reported place
England

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial Construction

The clock is constructed entirely of brass and stands on four ball-shaped feet. The structure includes brass columns at the four corners that support the upper assembly. The top section houses the brass bell, which is protected by decorative brass frets featuring traditional scrollwork patterns.

The circular dial is mounted on the front of the case. It features an outer chapter ring with Roman numerals and linear minute markers. The central portion of the dial is decorated with engraved foliate scroll designs. The dial is equipped with steel hands and includes a single winding hole. The overall height of the clock is 40 centimeters.

Evidence for this section
  • “بدنه ساعت از برنج ساخته شده و بر روی چهار پایه گوی‌مانند سوار است.”
  • “در بخش فوقانی، قاب‌های مشبک با نقوش اسلیمی و سنتی قرار دارند”
  • “صفحه مدور ساعت شامل یک حلقه بیرونی با اعداد رومی و تقسیمات خطی است که بخش مرکزی آن با نقوش گیاهی اسلیمی قلم‌زنی و تزیین شده است.”

Movement and Mechanism

The timepiece is driven by a fusee movement, a system designed to regulate the power output of the mainspring. Access to the internal mechanism, including the movement plates and the pendulum, is provided through brass doors located on the rear and side of the case.

The clock includes a passing strike mechanism. This system operates by using a hammer to strike the large brass bell mounted on top of the clock case. The state of the internal components, including the chain and gears, remains unverified according to the available documentation.

Evidence for this section
  • “مکانیزم این ساعت از نوع مجهز به حلزونی فیوزه (fusee movement) است”
  • “ساعت مجهز به سیستم زنگ تک‌ضربه گذرا (passing strike) است”
  • “در نمای پشتی و جانبی، درب بازشونده برنجی دسترسی به لنگر پاندول و صفحات موتور را نشان می‌دهد.”

Condition and Maintenance

The exterior brass components show signs of age, characterized by a natural patina and surface markings. The provided records do not specify whether the clock has undergone historical servicing or if it is currently in functional order.

Because of the age and nature of the mechanism, it is recommended that potential collectors have the movement inspected by a professional. Key areas for assessment include the condition of the fusee chain, the gear teeth, the pendulum suspension, and the integrity of the striking mechanism hammer and lever.

Evidence for this section
  • “بدنه برنجی دارای پتینه طبیعی، خطوط و نشانه‌های متعارف گذر زمان است.”
  • “در توضیحات منبع به سوابق سرویس و یا کارکرد جاری مکانیزم اشاره‌ای نشده است”

Open research questions

  • Does the movement contain any markings or maker stamps indicating the specific origin or date of manufacture?
  • What is the original context of the movement's design in relation to the late 19th-century revival of lantern clock styles?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for English brass lantern clock
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Country of originEngland“انگلستان (طبق منبع)”
Datecirca 1900“حدود ۱۹۰۰ میلادی”
Height40 cm“ارتفاع کلی این ساعت ۴۰ سانتی‌متر ثبت شده است.”
Movement typeFusee“مکانیزم این ساعت از نوع مجهز به حلزونی فیوزه (fusee movement) است”
Strike typePassing strike“مجهز به سیستم زنگ تک‌ضربه گذرا (passing strike)”
Construction materialBrass“بدنه ساعت از برنج ساخته شده”
Dial ornamentationEngraved floral scrolls“بخش مرکزی آن با نقوش گیاهی اسلیمی قلم‌زنی و تزیین شده است”

Visible details

  • Brass case with four ball-shaped feet
  • Engraved foliate scroll patterns on the dial center
  • Domed bell positioned above decorative openwork frets
  • Single winding aperture on the dial

Research qualifications

  • Condition of the fusee chain or cord is unverified
  • Technical working order and history of service are not documented

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

English lantern clock

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record ba3159615c

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