Baillie - Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World - Volume 1


Baillie, G. H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World. Volume 1
London: N.A.G. Press
ISBN 7198 0004 4.

This comprehensive reference work lists over 36,000 watchmakers from all over the world.
In addition to names, places and dates, it contains abbreviations, alternative spellings, initials and monograms as well as references to museums and collections. Maps for geographical categorisation complete the work.
It is based on meticulous archival studies, including the holdings of the Worshipful Company of Clockmakers (from 1632) and other European archives. Baillie draws on his own research and the work of numerous specialist colleagues to create an internationally recognised reference work for collectors, historians and museums.

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