Description
A very well proportioned mahogany longcase clock of 8 day duration with “rocking ship” automaton in the arch of high quality.
The 12” painted break-arch dial with subsidiary seconds dial, original finely blued steel hands, brass ring winding holes and date aperture. The arch depicts a rocking ship sailing down the Bristol Channel, the sailor looking on inscribed “Westcott Bristol”.
The high quality light mahogany case with long trunk door. Canted corners. The hood with true Corinthian columns and cast brass capitals. Swan neck pediment and original eagle finial. Original door lock and key.
Serviced and guaranteed for 3 years.
Height: 88″ or 224cm
CIRCA. 1820
Provenance: Private collection – U.K.
*Pictures taken prior to restoration.
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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.
