{"product_id":"pocket-watch-sterling-eng-j-g-graves-in-georgian-miniature-clo-case-1800s","title":"Pocket Watch, Sterling, ENG. J.G. Graves, In Georgian Miniature Clo. Case, 1800s","description":"\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBeautiful Antique Pocket Watch, Sterling, English. J.G. Graves, In Georgian Miniature Clock Case, 1800s!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eENGLISH J.G. GRAVES STERLING POCKET WATCH IN GEORGIAN MINIATURE CLOCK CASE, 1800\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eEnglish Georgian Miniature Longcase Clock Case with J.G. Graves Sterling Pocket Watch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAn evocative early 19th-century English Georgian miniature longcase clock case, carved in oak and designed as a domestic or mantel-scale interpretation of the traditional grandfather clock. The case is crowned by a distinctive swan-neck pediment, a refined architectural feature drawn directly from full-size Georgian longcase clocks of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe circular dial aperture is fitted to house a pocket watch, reflecting a period practice in which fine watches were displayed within architectural cases for tabletop or shelf use. The rectangular trunk is simply paneled and accented at the center with a bone-inlaid diamond motif, providing a subtle decorative contrast against the rich oak surface. The case rises on a stepped plinth base, lending it a grounded, classical presence despite its diminutive scale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAccompanying the case is a later English sterling silver lever pocket watch by J.G. Graves of Sheffield, housed within the aperture. The watch features an engine-turned back with a blank cartouche, a white enamel dial with Roman numeral hour markers, and a subsidiary seconds dial with Arabic numerals. The movement is key-wind (key absent), with Chester hallmarks and a “C” date code stamped on the dust cover. Operational status is unknown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis combination piece neatly bridges Georgian architectural design and late Victorian \/ Edwardian English watchmaking, making it both a decorative object and a display for horological interest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOverall: approx. 10 3\/8 inches high x 2 3\/4 inches wide x 1 7\/8 inches deep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePocket Watch Case Diameter: approx. 50 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePocket Watch Weight: 131.9 grams (watch only, inclusive of all materials)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eShipping Weight (approx.): 1.25 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFrom the lifetime collection of Lynn Roth Jordan (Louisiana \/ Texas, 1943–2021). A longtime member of the Austin Antiques Club, Jordan was deeply embedded in the regional antiques community. Raised in New Orleans within a family of collectors and enriched by frequent travel to England, she developed a discerning eye for English furniture and decorative arts. Many pieces in the estate originate from her mother’s collection and reflect a thoughtful emphasis on quality, provenance, and historical character.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSeller:  Old  Europe Antique Home Furnishings [512 686 6531]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDoor to door delivery available!   Wear and imperfections from age, use, and movement.  Some light use and wear consistent with age, see photos.  Sold as decorative, functionality is not guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eInexpensive shipping options available, contact me for a quote.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e 6t26\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e     \"Old World Elegance at Reasonable Prices!\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Old Europe Antique Home Furnishings","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47772905504982,"sku":"168097416275","price":1479.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/0650\/files\/PocketWatch_Sterling_ENG.J.G.Graves_InGeorgianMiniatureClo.Case_1800s.webp?v=1769463713","url":"https:\/\/www.oldeuropeantiques.com\/products\/pocket-watch-sterling-eng-j-g-graves-in-georgian-miniature-clo-case-1800s","provider":"Old Europe Antique Home Furnishings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}