England
Brass, wood, glass
Mid 19th century
Dimensions: Height with glass dome ca 30 cm
Description:
Clock mounted on ebonised wooden base with eight-day movement with anchor escapement.
Winding by drum, fusee and chain.
Heavy pendulum with suspension on pendulum spring.
Silver-plated dial ring with Roman numerals and signature at the 6: Malley Lancaster.
Original glass case.
Condition: Reliable movement, reworked movement. Silver plating of the dial with plaster abrasion.
Price: This clock is no longer available. Feel free to contact me if you are looking for a comparable object or use the free search request!
You can find more on the subject of English skeleton clocks in the reference book:
F.B. Royer-Collard - Skeleton Clocks.
The clockmaker John Malley is from Lancaster 1823-1851 is proven:
Brian Loomes - Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World p. 503
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