Clockwise is proud to offer this amazing find of an early longcase clock from the Golden Age of clockmaking. Dating from 1725, the reign of George I, this slender trunked oak example is a collector''s dream. Coming from the esteemed maker Joseph Smith, whose works are featured in Loomes publications and national archives, this clock has many original features of early clockmaking and some delightful quirks. The movement is an eight day outside count wheel striking piece of only three quarter size of a standard longcase movement. It has just been serviced so benefits from my three year guarantee and it strikes on a lovely original bell.The slender oak case is surmounted by a caddy top pediment with three removable wooden finials. Once the clock has been moved to my showroom, I will be able to include the photo of the hood with its top centre finial present. The cross-banded trunk door retains its original strap hinges and a working lock and the case sits atop a stepped base. T...