Twin-fusee, Bell Striking Drop Dial Wall Clock. Russell of Liverpool

Name: Twin-fusee, Bell Striking Drop Dial Wall Clock. Russell of Liverpool
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA867882
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Masons Antiques

Description

Clocks of this type are not found too often, most especially ones of this quality. It is in beautiful original condition, quite clearly looked after and cared for from new.

Dating from the William IV period, it was made by RUSSELL of LIVERPOOL. He is recorded as working in Slater St. and then Church St, Liverpool, becoming Russell Ltd. (Clockmakers to the Queen) in 1906. Liverpool clocks from this period are regarded as amongst the finest made, and this one is testament to that belief.

The case is constructed from the very finest quality mahogany, retaining it's original French-polished finish and with a beautiful, deep, rich patina. It has both side and bottom opening doors and a glass ventricle through which the brass pendulum can be seen working. There are grapevine "ears" to the lower half. It has a brass bevel and silvered sight ring. The 12" white painted dial has black Roman numerals and beautifully cut hands.

The 8 day, twin fusee movement strikes the hours on a bell with a lovely crisp clear tone. It has just been fully serviced by our BHI registered staff and carries our usual 12mths full parts and labour guarantee.

Complete with it's original winding key (another sign of a well cared for clock).

Simply out and out quality throughout.

All cards accepted.

Physical Dimensions

Height

57cm (22.44")

Width

42cm (16.54")

Depth

7cm (2.76")

Declaration

Masons Antiques has dated this piece to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA867882

Dealers Notes

Masons Antiques are specialist suppliers of high quality, guaranteed, antique clocks.

Description

Clocks of this type are not found too often, most especially ones of this quality. It is in beautiful original condition, quite clearly looked after and cared for from new.

Dating from the William IV period, it was made by RUSSELL of LIVERPOOL. He is recorded as working in Slater St. and then Church St, Liverpool, becoming Russell Ltd. (Clockmakers to the Queen) in 1906.

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Liverpool clocks from this period are regarded as amongst the finest made, and this one is testament to that belief.

Masons Antiques

fig 1. Twin-Fusee, Bell Striking Drop Dial Wall Clock. RUSSELL of LIVERPOOL — fig 1. Twin-fusee, Bell Striking Drop Dial Wall Clock. Russell of Liverpool

The case is constructed from the very finest quality mahogany, retaining it's original French-polished finish and with a beautiful, deep, rich patina. It has both side and bottom opening doors and a glass ventricle through which the brass pendulum can be seen working. There are grapevine "ears" to the lower half. It has a brass bevel and silvered sight ring. The 12" white painted dial has black Roman numerals and beautifully cut hands.

fig 2. Twin-Fusee, Bell Striking Drop Dial Wall Clock. RUSSELL of LIVERPOOL — fig 2. Twin-fusee, Bell Striking Drop Dial Wall Clock. Russell of Liverpool

The 8 day, twin fusee movement strikes the hours on a bell with a lovely crisp clear tone. It has just been fully serviced by our BHI registered staff and carries our usual 12mths full parts and labour guarantee.

Complete with it's original winding key (another sign of a well cared for clock).

Simply out and out quality throughout.

All cards accepted.