Fowey River Antiques has dated this piece to the 1750s.
~~ Fully restored and serviced ~~
The case has been fully restored and is made of quarter sawn english oak with beautiful figuring which has mellowed over the centuries into a warm colour, the grain and patina is just superb.
The case is decorated with with ebony and satinwood stringing with mahogany crosbanding, this theme is carried on through the trunk, door and base which also has fine mahogany crossbanding.
The case is enhanced with reeded ebonised corners and ebonised pillars to the hood. It also has a fully working lock and key.
The hood still retains its original glass which has that slight rippling effect that you only see in very old glass.
The clock dial is of polished solid brass with decorative corner spandrels and silvered chapter ring, of course it is fully marked Samuel Austin Rumsey the old spelling for Romsey.
It has a superb 8 day movement with working seconds and date indication. The clock strikes the hours on a large bell and is keeping good time.
The clock is in full working order and has just been serviced so it should give many years of trouble free service.
The clock movement comes with a full 12 month warranty, full setting up instructions and telephone help if required.
If you require further information please telephone Andrew and Lynn Wilson of Fowey River Antiques, Cornwall on 01726 813155.
Dimensions of clock: Height 79" Width is 20"
Delivery for this item to mainland England and Wales is free via specialist courier, unfortunately we are unable to deliver to Scotland or Northern Ireland.
Why not collect in person and take in the sights of Cornwall - we are 2 miles from the historic port of Fowey and 3 miles from world famous Eden Project.
Fowey River Antiques has dated this piece to the 1750s.
We are traditional watchmakers who specialise in the restoration of premium vintage watches.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Fowey River Antiques Profile Page
OAK LONGCASE CLOCK BY SAMUEL AUSTIN OF ROMSEY c1750
