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ANTIQUE #SA619726

18th Century London 'verge' Bracket Clock By John Rapton Of London

£5,750    $7,580    €6,812
A fine quality and original George III mahogany BRACKET CLOCK from the third quarter of the 18th century.
 
The case of ''bell-top'' design features a brass carrying handle to the top; pierced fretwork corners to the front door; fine mouldings and original solid mahogany feet. The 8-day movement, with its finely engraved backplate, retains its original verge escapement, striking hours on a bell and repeating hours at will.
 
The dial is very fine, with cast spandrels; original blued steel hands; date aperture above ''VI'' and ''Strike/ Silent'' control in the arch. Engraved signature to the shaped cartouche: John Rapton LONDON. 18ins high (excl handle).
 
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Internal Reference: 341/PFK
Antique Number: SA619726
Dateline of this antique is Georgian
Height is 45.8cm (18.0inches)
Width is 29cm (11.4inches)
Depth is 17.8cm (7.0inches)
Antique #SA619726, shown on this page, originates from the georgian Era. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was made:
       The Georgian Era      
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