The case with an arched pediment with stepped central platform with gilt finial, above teh glazed door, flanked to each side by fluted canted angles, the trunk with an arched inset door, above a stepped panelled plinth, the associated 12in arched brass dial, with strike/silent in the arch, above a silvered chapter ring, enclosing a matted centre with seconds subsidiary, above calendar aperture and shaped signature escutcheon, the twin train movement with T-shaped front plate, anchor escapement and strike on a bell
227cm high
This singular style of case, associated to the Fleet Street workshops of the Rich brothers was popularised in its use by makers such as Mudge & Dutton and John Holmes.
A Thomas Haley from North Walsham in Norfolk, is listed working in Norwich, where he gained his freedom in 1746. He is recorded as working in London from 1753.
Condition report
Two brass cased weights. One pendulum. One crank key. The case is in good original condition. The movement was running prior to consignment and appears clean and well cared for.
