Lot 817 , An early 19th century oak longcase clock by Thomas Brass, Guildford, H.220cm

An early 19th century oak longcase clock by Thomas Brass, Guildford, H.220cm
Condition: Case looks to have been restored and repolished many years ago, is of mid dark brown tone but now a little tired and in need of some attention, arch to the top has two pronounced splits in the moulding, signs of old repair to the lower right hinge of the hood door, dial oxidised but otherwise looks original, movement complete but not tested for timekeeping, trunk door has dropped a little and now has two keyholes, the original hole has a brass escutcheon but missing lock, a later lock has been added above with a cut escutcheon but no key, comes with brass faced pendulum, one brass cased weight and one cast iron weight, box base a little faded but complete. Seat board is pine, painted over.
Estimate £200-300


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Sold for £200