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French architectural carriage clock

Partially verified

This architectural carriage clock is attributed to French manufacture, dating to approximately 1860. The movement is an 8-day duration mechanism featuring gong striking. The clock includes a lever platform escapement, which is visible through a rectangular beveled glass viewing window. The case design incorporates Corinthian pillars at each of the four corners and is finished with beveled glass panels on all sides. It is equipped with an enamel dial and moon spade hands. The clock stands 20cm high when measured with the handle in an upright position, with a width of 10cm and a depth of 9cm. Included with the clock is a double-ended winding key. The auction description reports the clock is in working order and has been recently serviced, noting that the case retains its original finish and shows slight signs of age.

The French architectural carriage clock showing the movement from the side with the platform escapement visible behind the beveled glass.
The French architectural carriage clock showing the movement from the side with the platform escapement visible behind the beveled glass. — Vintage Clocks UK. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
vintageclocks.uk
Category
Clock · Carriage clock
Maker / attribution
Not established
Reference
2065
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
Circa 1860
Source-reported place
France

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 Design

The clock features an architectural design characterized by the use of four Corinthian pillars located at the corners of the case. The structure is glazed with beveled glass panels on all sides, allowing for visibility into the interior components.

The exterior exhibits an unusual handle design, which, when in the raised position, results in an overall height of 20cm for the object. The case retains its original finish, though it displays slight signs of age consistent with its usage history.

Evidence for this section
  • “Architectural design each corner flanked by corinthian pillars.”
  • “Beveled glass panels to all sides”
  • “Original finish to the case”
  • “Unusual handle design”

Movement and Dial

The clock is powered by an 8-day movement of French origin that incorporates a gong striking mechanism. The timekeeping system utilizes a lever platform escapement, which the source notes can be viewed through a rectangular beveled window.

The dial is constructed from enamel and is fitted with moon spade hands. The mechanism is reported to be in working order and has recently undergone servicing.

Evidence for this section
  • “The clock is an 8-day French carriage clock”
  • “Lever platform escapement with oval viewing window”
  • “original enamel dial and moon spayed hands.”
  • “in good working order, comes complete with double ended winding key.”

Condition and Accessories

The clock is provided with a double-ended winding key. The auction description indicates that the piece is in good condition considering its age, while noting that there are slight signs of age visible on the case.

The original finish is intact, and the clock is described as being in working order, having been recently serviced. The clock is noted for having a rectangular window to observe the platform balance while it is in operation.

Evidence for this section
  • “Good condition for age, showing slight signs of age to the case.”
  • “comes complete with double ended winding key.”
  • “keeps relatively good time and has an rectangular beveled viewing window to see the original platform balance in action.”
  • “Working Order, recently serviced”

Open research questions

  • Which French workshop or maker produced this specific architectural model?
  • What is the technical definition of the 'masked dial' as used in this specific horological context?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for French architectural carriage clock
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerFrench made“French made”
DateCirca 1860“Circa 1860”
Duration8-day“French 8-Day gong striking Carriage Clock”
Striking mechanismGong“Gong striking”
Dimensions20cm high x 10cm wide x 9cm deep“Measures 20cm high with handle up by 10cm wide & 9cm deep”
EscapementLever platform“Lever platform escapement with oval viewing window”
SKU2065“SKU: 2065”

Visible details

  • Corinthian pillars at each corner
  • Beveled glass panels on all sides
  • Lever platform escapement visible
  • Moon spade hands

Research qualifications

  • The exact maker is not identified in the provided source
  • The specific method of construction for the 'masked dial' is not described in detail

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

Consulted source

Impressive Antique Architectural masked Dial Carriage Clock – French 8-Day gong striking Carriage Clock C1860

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record d84e06d7f9

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