Description
A fine-quality 8-day timepiece with a chain-driven fusee movement. Anchor escapement with regulation by a ‘London’ style pendulum. The unsigned back plate features a pendulum lock to secure it during transport.
The square, silvered brass dial is enclosed within a silvered brass mask, and features engraved Roman numerals, floral swags to the corners, and the maker’s details, ‘John Walker, 76 The Strand, London, Serial No.3842’. Original, mismatching blued steel hands.
The case features fine rosewood veneers and is glazed all round, including the top. Locking front and rear doors.
Please note that this clock was photographed before restoration.
Serviced and guaranteed for 3 years.
Height: 9″ or 23 cm
CIRCA. 1860
Provenance: Private collection, UK
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1. Visit the Showroom
We invite you to make an appointment to visit our large Dorset showroom. Here you can view our unrivalled selection of fine antique clocks in person. If your location or circumstances make this difficult, then we are happy to supply high quality photographs & videos, and to answer any questions you may have.
2. Fully Serviced & Guaranteed
Once you have selected the clock you wish to purchase, you can secure it by placing a 20% deposit. The clock will then be taken to our workshop, where a specialist clockmaker will conduct a comprehensive restoration. The clock will then undergo rigorous testing for a minimum of 4 weeks. The work carried out on your clock will be guaranteed for 3 years, providing you with further peace of mind.
3. Delivery
After the clock has undergone a full restoration and the testing period has been successfully completed, we will contact you to arrange a suitable date for delivery. At this point the final balance will be due. The delivery process will be coordinated with you to ensure a convenient and secure transportation of the clock to your location.
