George III Verge Bracket Clock

Name: George III Verge Bracket Clock
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1163608
Availability: SoldOut

18th century

Sold by Quiet Street Antiques of Bath

Description

JOHN NORTON, LONDON: a good quality 18th century George III period mahogany BRACKET CLOCK in full working order. The finely-figured mahogany case, typically of the third quarter of the 18th century, features a ‘bell’ top surmounted by the cast brass carrying handle; brass “lattice” fretwork panels to the sides and top of the front door; fine ogee mouldings around the glazing to the front door and raised on cast brass ogee feet.

The eight-day verge movement, features a finely-engraved backplate and strikes hours on a bell, repeating the hours at will via the pull cord, whilst the good chapter-ring-and-spandrells dial incorporates “Strike/Silent” control in the arch; mock pendulum; date aperture above “VI” and well-engraved silvered chapter rings and maker’s nameplate. In perfect working order and guaranteed for two years. 20ins high (handle down); 12ins wide; 8ins deep.

** John Norton: 1761-1770, of St. Sepulchre, London; apprenticed to William Walker 5th October 1761; fellow of the Clockmakers Company 8th October 1770. (Britten’s Old Clocks and Watches)

** (Please note that this is not on view in the shop; for further details telephone 07860 818212 or e-mail in the normal way.)

Physical Dimensions

Height

51cm (20.08")

Width

30.5cm (12.01")

Depth

20cm (7.87")

Declaration

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1163608

Dealers Internal Reference

5436/k

Dealers Notes

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Description

fig 1. GEORGE III VERGE BRACKET CLOCK — fig 1. George III Verge Bracket Clock

The eight-day verge movement, features a finely-engraved backplate and strikes hours on a bell, repeating the hours at will via the pull cord, whilst the good chapter-ring-and-spandrells dial incorporates “Strike/Silent” control in the arch; mock pendulum; date aperture above “VI” and well-engraved silvered chapter rings and maker’s nameplate. In perfect working order and guaranteed for two years. 20ins high (handle down); 12ins wide; 8ins deep.

John Norton: 1761-1770, of St.

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Sepulchre, London; apprenticed to William Walker 5th October 1761; fellow of the Clockmakers Company 8th October 1770.

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