Lot 54 , Pieter Evers of Amsteldam. A mid 18th century Dutch marquetry inlaid eight day longcase clock, 8ft
Pieter Evers of Amsteldam. A mid 18th century Dutch marquetry inlaid eight day longcase clock, the 13 inch arched brass dial with moonphase and date aperture, 8ft
Estimate £1,000-1,500
Overall in good clean condition, probably seen some restoration to the hood particularly the central scroll crest and the fret work, with additionally the two turned finials looking to the later add ons, case has seen restoration and repolishing over the years with signs of old splits and wear but now retains a fair colour and shows no sign of any recent damage, dial showing some oxidisation, movement old but possibly not the original one, please see photographs of how this is supported and fitted to the case, certainly incorporates new supports, comes with a lead pendulum and cast iron weights, not tested for timekeeping.
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