Escapement Collection

An engraving depicting a pendulum with an anchor escapement, 19th century
5311387 An engraving depicting a pendulum with an anchor escapement, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1887); Universal History Archive/UIG

Clock, gilded with two rampant lions, rear view, Venetian, 18th century (see also 61126)
FTB61127 Clock, gilded with two rampant lions, rear view, Venetian, 18th century (see also 61126); Ca Rezzonico, Museo del Settecento, Venice, Italy; © Francesco Turio Bohm

The New Houses of Parliament - the Great Clock at Westminster, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The New Houses of Parliament - the Great Clock at Westminster, 1857. Engraving from a photograph by Mr. Freeman De la Motte, showing the mechanism which powers the chimes of Big Ben

Decimal clock, c. 1798-1805 (pine, brass & enamel)
3259825 Decimal clock, c.1798-1805 (pine, brass & enamel) by Destigny, Pierre Daniel (1787-1855); height: 48.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; French

Front of a hexagonal table clock movement by Nicolas Lemaindre, 1619 (gilt-metal)
3619785 Front of a hexagonal table clock movement by Nicolas Lemaindre, 1619 (gilt-metal) by French School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Decimal clock, c. 1798-1805 (pine, brass & enamel)
3259824 Decimal clock, c.1798-1805 (pine, brass & enamel) by Destigny, Pierre Daniel (1787-1855); height: 48.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; French

Underneath of a hexagonal table clock movement by Nicolas Lemaindre, 1619 (gilt-metal)
BAL2425 Underneath of a hexagonal table clock movement by Nicolas Lemaindre, 1619 (gilt-metal) by French School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Clock of the Royal Exchange (engraving)
1625247 The Clock of the Royal Exchange (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Clock of the Royal Exchange)

Decimal clock, c. 1798-1805 (pine, brass & enamel)
3259828 Decimal clock, c.1798-1805 (pine, brass & enamel) by Destigny, Pierre Daniel (1787-1855); height: 48.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; French

Decimal clock, c. 1798-1805 (pine, brass & enamel)
3259826 Decimal clock, c.1798-1805 (pine, brass & enamel) by Destigny, Pierre Daniel (1787-1855); height: 48.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; French

Back of a hexagonal table clock movement by Nicolas Lemaindre, 1619 (gilt-metal)
3619786 Back of a hexagonal table clock movement by Nicolas Lemaindre, 1619 (gilt-metal) by French School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Decimal clock, c. 1798-1805 (pine, brass & enamel)
3259827 Decimal clock, c.1798-1805 (pine, brass & enamel) by Destigny, Pierre Daniel (1787-1855); height: 48.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; French

Movement of solids, c1850. Illustrating mechanisms including gears, the escapement, governor, parallel motion, reciprocating to rotative motion, the eccentric, and the crank

Four Different Remontoire Escapement Systems By Four Different Clock Makers Identified In The Picture. De Lafon, Massey, Mendham, Prior

Eight Different Escapement Systems By Eight Different Clock Makers Identified In The Picture. Berthoud, Smeaton, De Bethune, Amant, Harrison, Cumming, Mudge, Peter Le Roy

Verge escapement
Antique illustration of a watch verge escapement mechanism

Cylinder escapement
Antique illustration of Cylinder escapement

Movement of solids: educational plate published Wurtemberg c. 1850. Gears: Escapement
Movement of solids: educational plate published Wurtemberg c.1850. Gears: Escapement: Governor: Parallel motion: Reciprocating to rotative motion: Eccentric: Crank:, etc

Thomas Mudge (1717-94) English horologist born at Exeter, Devon. Apprenticed to the eminent clockmaker George Graham (1742ja-1751), Mudge invented the lever escapement (c1757)

BREGUET: ESCAPEMENT. Clock escapement designed by French watchmaker Abraham Louis Breguet (1747-1823). Line engraving, 19th century

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"Unlocking the Secrets of Escapement: A Journey Through Time" Step into the world of escapement, where timekeeping mechanisms come to life. From the intricate designs of a decimal clock crafted between 1798-1805, made with pine, brass, and enamel, to the mesmerizing front and underneath views of a hexagonal table clock movement by Nicolas Lemaindre in 1619 - gilt-metal shining through history. The Clock of the Royal Exchange engraving takes us back to an era when time was not just measured but celebrated. The decimal clock reappears multiple times throughout our journey, showcasing its significance in revolutionizing timekeeping during that period. As we delve deeper into escapement's essence, we discover hidden treasures like the back view of another hexagonal table clock movement by Nicolas Lemaindre from 1619. Its gilt-metal construction tells tales of craftsmanship and innovation that have stood the test of centuries. But escapement is not limited to clocks alone; it extends its influence even further. The movement of solids captured in c1850 reminds us how this concept transcends boundaries and finds applications beyond measuring hours and minutes. Escapement invites us on a captivating adventure through time - exploring ancient masterpieces alongside modern marvels. It serves as a reminder that behind every tick-tock lies an intricate mechanism designed to keep our lives synchronized with precision. So let us embrace escapement's enchantment as it intertwines artistry, engineering brilliance, and historical significance. Let these glimpses into its diverse manifestations ignite curiosity within us all – for there is always more than meets the eye when it comes to capturing moments in eternity.