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ANTIQUE #SA1186267

A Fine George III Drop Dial Fusee Wall Clock, Stunning

Status: This item has been sold
Sold by: Clockwise

Clockwise is delighted to present for your consideration a fine example of an early Georgian drop-dial fusee wall clock with the much preferred slightly convex dial. These are becoming increasingly difficult to source in excellent condition such as this example.
 
The recently overhauled and cleaned eight day duration wire-driven fusee timepiece movement has an anchor recoil escapement, knopped pillars and rectangular plates - all features to be expected of a clock of this period and quality.
 
It comes complete with its original pendulum. The slightly convex twelve inch painted dial is in stunning condition and adorned with the maker ''John Taylor, Shudehill, Manchester''. Restored to a high standard the dial is complimented by original moon hands beneath the original cast brass bezel and convex glass.
 
The case is a standard two-piece design with the narrow surround, typical of the period, attaching to the back box via four lovely matching wooden pegs. Adorned with fan ears the ...
Antique SA1186267 shown on this page was made in 1750. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
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Clockwise
The Cotswolds Leading Antique Clock Dealer and Restorer
Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
Tel: 07886 250341
STATUS
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD