An ebonized quarter repeating bracket clock, circa 1730, 7 inch dial, indian mask and scroll spandrels, calendar and false pendulum apertures, matted centre, signed on fan shaped plaque Sam. Weston, Stratford. Strike/Silent dial in the arch, five pillars fusee movement with original verge escapement and rack striking on a bell, pull quarter repeating on a nest of six bells, outstanding engraved backplate, rectangular case with beautiful proportions, inverted bell tops, hands,handle and finials original for the period, high with handle up 48 cms. Price: € 12000.- |