{"product_id":"chas-nephew-london-19th-c-english-twin-fusee-mantel-clock-running-excellent","title":"Chas. Nephew London 19th c. English Twin Fusee Mantel Clock - Running Excellent","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA magnificent mid-to-late 19th-century British library\/mantel clock. The dial is signed \"Chas. Nephew, London,\" representing the renowned luxury firm Charles, Nephew \u0026amp; Co. active during the height of the British Raj. This timepiece showcases top-tier horological engineering of the Victorian era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMECHANICAL CONDITION \u0026amp; FUNCTIONALITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTimekeeping:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Runs smoothly and keeps excellent time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChime:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Features a fully operational striking train that beautifully chimes on the hour according to the hour count on a crisp, tuned internal bell.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePendulum:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Equipped with a fully adjusted pendulum bob allowing for highly accurate micro-time calibration via the rating nut.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMovement Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heavy-gauge, thick brass plate Twin-Fusee movement visible through clear glazed side and top viewing panels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCASE \u0026amp; COSMETIC DETAILS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe substantial black lacquered wood case rests securely on its original solid cast-brass feet featuring elegant milled\/beaded detailing. The front features exquisite gilt-bronze\/ormolu acanthus leaf side accents. The rear door incorporates a classic pierced geometric wood lattice fretwork backed by its protective red ribbed silk fabric to filter dust while letting the bell strike resonant clearly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONDITION NOTES FOR TRANSPARENCY:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs is expected for an authentic 19th-century wooden timepiece, there is a minor, age-related cosmetic split\/separation on each side of the the glass panel on the top of the case. It is structurally sound but visible upon close inspection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is a small internal chip to the lower edge of the right-side glass panel (smooth on the exterior, chip is on the interior surface).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are a few small imperfections in the lacquered finish, though these do not take away from the beauty of the piece. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tiny internal rear door lock mechanism is missing, which is highly common for clocks of this age. The door rests slightly ajar. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharles, Nephew \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (often signed simply as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChas. Nephew\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) was one of the most prestigious luxury retailers operating in the British Empire during the 19th century. They were the Indian colonial equivalent to Tiffany \u0026amp; Co. or Cartier, catering directly to elite British colonial administrators, military officers, and wealthy Indian Maharajas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. The Key Figures \u0026amp; Origins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \"Nephew\" Name Explained:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The firm was established in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalcutta (Kolkata), India in 1848\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It succeeded an earlier prominent colonial partnership known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePittar \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The founders were \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharles John Pittar II\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and his nephew, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParke Pittar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. When they re-organized the business, they cleverly renamed it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharles, Nephew \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to emphasize the family lineage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlobal Footprint:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e While their main, grand emporium was located at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOld Court House Street in Calcutta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, they also operated a seasonal branch in the summer capital of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimla (Shimla)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. To stay connected to the finest European manufacturing hubs, they maintained a buying and corporate office at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 John Street, Adelphi in London\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. High-Status Global Retailers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharles, Nephew \u0026amp; Co. were \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eretailers and tastemakers, not hands-on bench clockmakers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They operated like a high-end luxury department store.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Trade Network:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e They commissioned top-tier, trade-only workshops in London to build heavy, premium movements (like this twin-fusee mechanism). The movements and dials were customized with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChas. Nephew\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e signature in London before being crated up and shipped across the ocean to India.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamous Connections:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The firm was globally respected for its immaculate finishing and creative styling. They were close business colleagues of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSamuel Colt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, acting as a premier retailer for early luxury Colt revolvers in India. They also regularly won medals for luxury silverwork at major colonial events, such as the famous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAgra Exhibition of 1867\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Rarity and Market Demand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe business closed its doors around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1870\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, meaning the firm was only active for a tight window of roughly 22 years (1848–1870). Because of this short operational lifespan, items bearing the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChas. Nephew\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e name are RARE.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you see a clock signed by them, you are buying a direct piece of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBritish Raj and East India colonial history\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The signature on your dial elevates this clock from a standard antique English timepiece to an artifact of 19th-century global trade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHIPPING \u0026amp; HANDLING NOTICE (VERY HEAVY):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that this clock is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eextremely heavy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e due to the thick wooden casing and heavy solid-brass internal gearing. It will be packed with professional-grade, multi-layered padding. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pendulum bob will be safely unhooked and packaged separately prior to shipping to protect the delicate internal suspension spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree shipping is included!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Please review all photos closely and feel free to reach out with any questions before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49210557628635,"sku":"9251824728871","price":2895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/9812\/3369\/files\/Untitleddesign-2026-08-20T143122.305.jpg?v=1788274123","url":"https:\/\/goodmansantiques.com\/products\/chas-nephew-london-19th-c-english-twin-fusee-mantel-clock-running-excellent","provider":"Goodman's Antiques \u0026 Estate Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}