Lot 164 , Bennett, Maker to The Royal Observatory, 65 Cheapside, London. A Victorian ormolu bracket clock

Bennett, Maker to The Royal Observatory, 65 Cheapside, London. A Victorian ormolu bracket clock

Bennett, Maker to The Royal Observatory, 65 Cheapside, London. A Victorian ormolu bracket clock in architectural case with circular silvered Roman dial flanked by floral scroll outer spandrels, on scallop shell pad feet, unsigned eight day twin fusee movement with anchor escapement striking upon a bell, 27cm wide, 21cm deep, 32cm high
£500-700

Condition:
Case probably originally started with a dill bronze finish and gilt highlights to the raised extremities but now polished down to a less strong but still even tone, glass lacking from the front door, dial oxidised with some spotting near the maker's name, back door with original working key although lock a little stiff, movement looks complete but not tested for timekeeping, comes with adjustable brass pendulum and associated winding key.

Sold for £800