Clock · Wall clock
This circular mahogany wall clock features a convex dial and, according to the auction description, houses a fusee movement. Catalogued as manufactured by Walkers of Birmingham and retailed by Sam Bowles of Wimborne, the light-toned convex dial is inscribed 'SAM.L BOWLES,' above the arbor and 'WIMBORNE.' below. It presents black Roman numeral hour markers, an outer minute track, and pierced spade-pattern hands, all set beneath a brass bezel. Fine craquelure is evident across the painted dial surface.
Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.
The clock is housed in a turned circular mahogany case, which features a brass-rimmed glazed bezel.
The lower curved side of the case exhibits hardware, which may be associated with a mounting system or latch.
The convex, off-white painted dial displays fine craquelure. The dial face is marked with black Roman numerals and an outer minute track.
The dial is inscribed with 'SAM.L BOWLES,' above the center and 'WIMBORNE.' below. It features black spade-pattern hands with circular counterpoise detailing.
The item is described in auction documentation as having a fusee movement, though this component is not visible for inspection. The item is identified as a Victorian mahogany wall clock.
The auction listing attributes the clock to Walkers of Birmingham, noting it was retailed by Sam Bowles of Wimborne. Included accessories, reported as keys and a pendulum, are not visible in the provided imagery.
| Field | Source-reported value | Source quotation |
|---|---|---|
| Case material | Mahogany | “Mahogany wall clock” |
| Movement type | Fusee movement | “fusee movement” |
| Dial shape | Convex dial | “convex dial” |
| Maker | Walkers of Birmingham | “by Walkers of Birmingham” |
| Retailer | Sam Bowles of Wimborne | “Retailed by Sam Bowles of Wimborne” |
| Included items | Keys and pendulum | “with keys and pendulum” |
| Auction Date | 7th December 2019 | “Auction Date: 7th Dec 2019” |
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Reviewed 2026-10-25 · Record cde5fa9fff
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