Chinoiserie Longcase Clock

18th century

Sold by Worboys Antiques

Description

A red chinoiserie decorated longcase clock, dating to the second half of the 18th Century. It has a dome top hood, integral side pillars and a long arched door with a shaped plinth base. The case has a red ground with raised chinoiserie decoration in typical Cantonese design. It has a brass dial with a subsidiary seconds dial , a date window, a silvered chapter ring and a silvered name plate engraved by the maker John Edwards of Norwich. The 8 day bell striking movement sounds the hours on a bell. John Edwards is listed as working 1770-1784.

The case is in good original condition some areas show wear and ageing (see images), the dial has been restored a number of years ago, the movement has been fully serviced and is guaranteed for 12 months. If you would like a video clip of this clock working please email us.

Physical Dimensions

Height

217cm (85.43")

Width

48cm (18.90")

Depth

25cm (9.84")

Declaration

Worboys Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA702030

Dealers Internal Reference

375877

Dealers Notes

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Description

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It has a brass dial with a subsidiary seconds dial , a date window, a silvered chapter ring and a silvered name plate engraved by the maker John Edwards of Norwich.

Worboys Antiques

The 8 day bell striking movement sounds the hours on a bell. John Edwards is listed as working 1770-1784.

The case is in good original condition some areas show wear and ageing (see images), the dial has been restored a number of years ago, the movement has been fully serviced and is guaranteed for 12 months. If you would like a video clip of this clock working please email us.