Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Drop-Dial Wall Clock – D. Ketterer, Worcester – Working & Chiming

A very attractive antique mahogany drop-dial wall clock, the painted dial signed “D. Ketterer, 12 New St, Worcester”.

The clock has a decorative mahogany case with inlaid detailing, carved side supports and a lower glazed section showing the pendulum. The circular painted dial has bold Roman numerals and two winding holes.

The clock is fully working and chimes on the hour. It is supplied with its key and pendulum.

The dial measures approximately 12 inches / 30cm in diameter, with the overall case approximately 34 inches / 86cm high and around 16 inches / 40cm wide at its widest point.

There is age-related wear throughout, including marks, surface wear and some losses/flaking to the painted dial, particularly around the outer edge and winding holes. The case also shows general wear consistent with age and use. Please study all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the condition description.

A characterful period wall clock with attractive decorative inlay and strong local Worcester interest.

Details:

• Maker/retailer: D. Ketterer

• Address to dial: 12 New St, Worcester

• Period: Late 19th century / Victorian

• Mahogany case with decorative inlay

• Roman numeral dial

• Two-train movement

• Fully working

• Chimes on the hour

• Includes key and pendulum

• Approx. dial diameter: 30cm / 12in

• Approx. overall height: 86cm / 34in

• Approx. maximum width: 40cm / 16in

Due to the age and mechanical nature of antique clocks, no guarantee can be given regarding long-term timekeeping after transport, and professional adjustment may occasionally be required once installed.