A Century of Fine Carriage Clocks

Clocks Chosen and Described by Joseph Fanelli – Edited by Charles Terwilliger

This impressive volume features one hundred examples of the most sought-after carriage clocks in this country that are still in private collections, each beautifully photographed in color. Often several views of a clock are given to show parts of the case, the engraving, enameling or other features in greater detail. Descriptions of the clocks include approximate manufacture, details of clockmaker, any other interesting details of the clock.

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★★★★★ This is an excellent book with beautiful pictures
This is an excellent book with beautiful pictures. The edition I bought was a signed and numbered limited edition that was in excellent condition and very reasonably priced compared with the unsigned copies.

★★★★★ A must-have book
A good selection of the finest carriage clocks you can see in private and public collections. Nice and good quality colour pictures.
One book on four I know specialized on carriage clocks.

★★★★★ Gorgeous!!
Incredibly beautiful clocks. Superb book quality, with large, thick glossy color prints. Printed in Italy.

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Charles O Terwilliger, Jr.

Charles Terwilliger’s contribution to horology can best be described as innovative and colorful. Not only did he revolutionize the accuracy of the 400-Day Clock, his research and clock reproductions continue to impact the world of clock collecting to this day.

HeroesofHorology.com was established in 2025 to honor the memory of Charles O Terwilliger, Jr and the company he established, Horolovar, and to fulfill the dream of his son, Robert Terwilliger, who wished for this biography to continue on after he himself passed away.