By Samuel Jones, Bath, circa 1765
Estimate: | £1,000 - £1,500 |
Hammer price: | £1,800 |
The bell-top case with brass carrying handle above glazed door with grille panels, the sides each with a rectangular glazed panel, on stepped foot and block feet; the 7in arched brass dial with strike / silent in the arch, silvered chapter ring, enclosing a matted centre with false pendulum aperture, signature escutcheon and calendar aperture above the VI, the twin train movement with wire gut fusées, verge escapement, striking the hours on a bell, with trip repeat, and engraved backplate
49cm high (handle up)
The clock is in good original condition. The verge is original. The movement was working prior to consignment. The oil sinks are a little dirty so a service might be advisable. Case in good order.