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Co — Antique Clocks\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch1\u003eVictorian Dumas Paris Carriage Clock\u003cbr\u003eRetailed by Payne \u0026amp; Son, Lowndes Street, London\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"subhead\"\u003eFive-Glass Brass Case · Eight Day Movement · Professionally Serviced\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"trust-bar\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003eDUMAS PARIS\u003cspan\u003eVictorian French maker\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003ePAYNE \u0026amp; SON LONDON\u003cspan\u003eBelgravia retailer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003eFULLY SERVICED\u003cspan\u003eBy Mahn \u0026amp; Co\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003e30 DAY RETURNS\u003cspan\u003ePeace of mind\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"body\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003e\n      A genuine Victorian carriage clock with a double provenance — made in Paris by \u003cstrong\u003eDumas\u003c\/strong\u003e and retailed by \u003cstrong\u003ePayne \u0026amp; Son of Lowndes Street, London\u003c\/strong\u003e, in the heart of Belgravia. Five-glass brass case, bevelled panels, white enamel dial with Roman numerals and an eight-day mechanical movement. Professionally serviced by Mahn \u0026amp; Co and running well.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"provenance\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"prov-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"prov-label\"\u003eMade By\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"prov-name\"\u003eDumas\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"prov-detail\"\u003eParis, France\u003cbr\u003eVictorian carriage clock maker\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"prov-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"prov-label\"\u003eRetailed By\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"prov-name\"\u003ePayne \u0026amp; Son\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"prov-detail\"\u003eLowndes Street, London\u003cbr\u003eBelgravia luxury retailer\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cta-banner\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo names are better than one\u003c\/strong\u003eMost Victorian carriage clocks carry either a maker's name or a retailer's name — rarely both. Here you have a documented French maker and a named Belgravia retailer on the same clock. That dual provenance gives it considerably more character and collectability than an unsigned example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eAbout the Clock\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eDuring the late Victorian period, French carriage clocks were among the most desirable portable timepieces available. Originally designed for travel by carriage, rail and steamship, they soon became symbols of refinement on desks, dressing tables and mantelpieces in well-appointed homes throughout Britain and Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis example captures that tradition in full — a substantial five-glass brass case with bevelled panels, a clean white enamel dial signed by the retailer, and a reliable eight-day movement. Payne \u0026amp; Son of Lowndes Street would have served a discerning Belgravia clientele; a clock sold through their shop was a quality purchase by the standards of the day, and it remains so now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003chr\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eService — What Was Done\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eProfessionally serviced by Mahn \u0026amp; Co prior to sale:\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"checklist\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMovement removed and inspected\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMovement professionally serviced\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003ePivots and pivot holes checked\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eEscapement inspected and adjusted\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMovement lubricated with clock oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCase carefully cleaned and polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eGlass panels cleaned inside and out\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eTest run to confirm reliable operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003chr\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis is a genuine Victorian antique and should be expected to show signs of age and use. The brass case presents attractively with mellow age-related patina, light marks and wear consistent with its years. The bevelled glass panels display well. The enamel dial is clear and legible with some age-related imperfections visible on close inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAs with all antique mechanical clocks, small adjustments may be required after delivery and setting up — this is normal and not a fault. \u003cstrong\u003ePlease study all photographs carefully\u003c\/strong\u003e — they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003chr\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eVictorian Carriage Clock\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eDumas Paris\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003ePayne \u0026amp; Son London\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eLowndes Street Belgravia\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eFive-Glass Brass Case\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eBevelled Glass Panels\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eWhite Enamel Dial\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eRoman Numerals\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eEight Day Movement\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eTime Only\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eProfessionally Serviced\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eWinding Key Included\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003chr\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe clock will be carefully packed for transit with particular attention given to the glass panels and brass case. On arrival, place on a stable surface and wind gently. Minor beat adjustment after transit is normal and not a fault. International buyers welcome through eBay International Shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"why-buy\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Mahn \u0026amp; Co\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"why-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eSpecialist antique \u0026amp; vintage clock seller\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMovements serviced and tested before sale\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eHonest, detailed condition reporting\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCarefully packed for safe delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e30 day returns\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eInternational shipping via eBay Global Shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Payne \u0026 Son \/ Dumas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54346577346899,"sku":"EB-147441182551","price":249.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1085\/4160\/8275\/files\/57_fb5a4544-3865-4903-81c9-c4f6a09e0881.jpg?v=1784451840","url":"https:\/\/mahnandco.co.uk\/products\/victorian-dumas-paris-carriage-clock-payne-son-belgravia-london-fully-serviced","provider":"Mahn and Co Clock Repairs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}