Carriage clock - - Cast brass - 1850-1900
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Brass carriage clock with mechanical movement and a one-day power reserve, estimated 1850–1900, in poor condition and not in working order; dimensions 9 × 5 × 4 cm, weight 250 g.
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Description from the seller
Small and precious travel alarm clock (nicknamed the Officialina) that seeks an expert hobbyist to bring it back to life.
A wonderful small antique mechanical clock, crafted in a brass case with glass side panels, which was used in the 19th century as a travel or desk clock.
The clock features an enamel dial with Arabic numerals and has a mechanical movement visible through the sides. The top has a folding carrying handle; at the rear a hinged lid with beveled edges closes the mechanical part; beneath the base there is the housing for the bell.
Main missing parts:
- hour, minute, and alarm hands
- glass for the side faces
- alarm bell
- enamel dial chipped at the upper left corner
Perceived damage:
- Mechanism in need of restoration
The object, as is clear from the photos and description, is offered only to an expert and competent collector who is willing to undertake a functional restoration. Nevertheless it remains an object of evident historical value and style which, if well restored, has a market value exceeding €1500.
Small and precious travel alarm clock (nicknamed the Officialina) that seeks an expert hobbyist to bring it back to life.
A wonderful small antique mechanical clock, crafted in a brass case with glass side panels, which was used in the 19th century as a travel or desk clock.
The clock features an enamel dial with Arabic numerals and has a mechanical movement visible through the sides. The top has a folding carrying handle; at the rear a hinged lid with beveled edges closes the mechanical part; beneath the base there is the housing for the bell.
Main missing parts:
- hour, minute, and alarm hands
- glass for the side faces
- alarm bell
- enamel dial chipped at the upper left corner
Perceived damage:
- Mechanism in need of restoration
The object, as is clear from the photos and description, is offered only to an expert and competent collector who is willing to undertake a functional restoration. Nevertheless it remains an object of evident historical value and style which, if well restored, has a market value exceeding €1500.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Brass type
Cast brass
Clock type
Carriage clock
Material
Brass
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
1 day movement
Striking
half hour, one bell
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Poor - heavily used with major cracks, damages or major parts missing
In working order
No
Height
9 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Weight
250 g
Winding key
No
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