Vintage Miniature Brass 8-day Carriage Clock Platform Lever Escapement

Vintage Miniature Brass 8-Day Carriage Clock Platform Lever Escapement Item Specifics • Brand: Unbranded (Check backplate for maker's marks) • Type: Carriage Clock / Boudoir Clock • Movement: Mechanical (8-Day) • Features: Miniature, 8-Day, Platform Lever Escapement, Carrying Handle • Material: Brass, Glass • Era / Time Period Manufactured: Late 19th Century / 20th Century • Display Type: Analogue • Dial: Enamel with Roman Numerals Item Description Charming Antique Miniature Brass 8-Day Carriage Clock With Premium Platform Lever Escapement Up for auction/sale is a beautiful, highly collectible miniature brass carriage clock. Measuring just 10cm tall with its decorative carrying handle extended, this diminutive "boudoir clock" packs exceptional micro-engineering into a small, portable footprint. The clock is housed in a polished, heavy solid brass case fitted with bevelled glass viewing panels, including a top window that beautifully reveals the heartbeat of the mechanical platform lever escapement. The clean white enamel dial face is cleanly detailed with black Roman numerals, an outer minute track with Arabic 5-minute intervals, and delicate original hands. Key Features & Mechanical Details • Diminutive Miniature Scale: An incredibly tactile, small-scale piece that looks wonderful on a desk, mantel, or bedside table. • 8-Day Movement: Driven by a high-grade mechanical 8-day timepiece movement. • Platform Lever Escapement: Equipped with a reliable lever escapement balance system (visible through the top glass aperture). • Classic Styling: Sturdy pillared corner posts, a classic rectangular silhouette, and an ornate folding handle. Dimensions • Height: 10 cm (with handle up) • Width: 5 cm • Depth: 4.5 cm Condition Report: Excellent condition. The brass case retains a fantastic, bright finish with light, age-appropriate character. All bevelled glass panels are free from chips or cracks. The enamel dial is completely crisp and pristine. The mechanical movement is fully functional, winding smoothly and keeping good time.