It was listed by FJ & RD Story Antique Clocks. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
FJ & RD Story Antique Clocks has dated this piece to the 1870s.
The stylish small sized case with an applied carved pediment to the hood and carved work beneath, with the original gilded dial sighting ring.
The bow shaped trunk door, with cushion mouldings above and below, having the original lock and key.
The recessed paneled box base standing on four turned bun feet.
The circular japanned dial with the original gilded gold chapter ring, seconds and date zones. Signed to the white enameled dial centre, W Gibb Wishaw.
The fully restored movement is of eight day duration, the plates united by four knopped pillars, anchor escapement and striking the hours on a single bell.
The movement is fully restored by our horologist who works exclusively for us.
Our horologist is a Fellow of the British Horological Institute (FBHI), having 35 years of full time professional engagement in the repair & restoration of clocks, watches, music boxes & barometers. He was the recipient of the 1977 Worshipful Company of Clockmakers Bronze Medal.
The original Scottish oval shaped cast weights and heavy original brass faced pendulum, with steel strap.
Blued steel hands of gothic design.
All of our clocks have been sympathetically restored and have been expertly vetted for originality and good working order. All clocks purchased from us are guaranteed for twelve months.
All of our clock movements are restored by our horologist who works exclusively for us.
Our horologist is a Fellow of the British Horological Institute (FBHI), having 35 years of full time professional engagement in the repair & restoration of clocks, watches, music boxes & barometers. He was the recipient of the 1977 Worshipful Company of Clockmakers Bronze Medal.
Delivery and installation of our longcase clocks is carried out free of charge within the U.K. For overseas customers a fully insured door to door service is provided by our regular couriers, please contact us for a specific quotation. All longcase clocks are securely packed and comprehensive installation and maintenance instructions are included.
For more information please visit our website www.storyclocks.co.uk
FJ & RD Story Antique Clocks has dated this piece to the 1870s.
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W Gibb of Wishaw Long Case / Grandfather Clock C.1870
