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How does a carriage clock work?
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Carriage clocks are spring-driven clocks; the spring has to be rewound every eight days for accuracy. The distinguishing feature of a carriage clock is platform escapement. It uses balance and spring for timekeeping.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
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Antique French Sevres Gold Bronze Carriage Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
This is a wonderful little carriage clock that strikes and has an alarm.
It was made by James Muirhead in Paris, circa 1880.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Antique Enameled Gilt Bronze Carriage Clock
Located in London, GB
The contrast between rich blue enamel, in light and dark hues, and bright gilt bronze gives this carriage clock a sumptuous, luxurious feel. With a timeless design, the clock could b...
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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Materials
Enamel, Ormolu, Bronze
19th Swiss Made French Bronze Horse Carriage Clock
Located in Marbella, ES
19th century French rectangular weathered bronze horse carriage or "officers' clock" with handle and glass panels showing the internal platform escapement, as they replaced the large...
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Antique 19th Century French Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Sèvres Style Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Carriage Clock
Located in London, GB
This beautiful clock was crafted in circa 1870 in France. Known as a carriage clock, it was designed for use when travelling. Such clocks were crafted on a small scale with handles, ...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Materials
Ormolu, Bronze
Antique French Enameled and "Jeweled" Gold Bronze Carriage Clock, Circa 1890.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Enameled and "Jeweled" Gold Bronze Carriage Clock, Circa 1890.
This clock is for display only, it is not in working order.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Materials
Enamel, Bronze
French Carriage Clock by Couaillet Freres, Ormolu, Circa 1890
By Couaillet Freres
Located in MADRID, ES
Outstanding and highly collectible French officer’s carriage clock of grand luxury, executed in Paris circa 1890–1910. Signed “Villon, Paris”, a prestigious commercial name associate...
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Antique 1890s French Belle Époque Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
