Lot 283 , William Wilson of London. An early 18th century figured walnut eight day longcase clock, H.7ft

William Wilson of London. An early 18th century figured walnut eight day longcase clock, the 11 inch square brass dial with Roman chapter ring, subsidiary seconds and date aperture, later anchor escapement movement, H.7ft
Estimate £1,000-1,500

Overall appearance is of a clock that has been restored perhaps 20 years ago or so. Retains a good strength of colour but does fade a little as one looks down towards the foot. High state of polish, hood in very good order, dial equally good, restored some years ago, slight oxidisation to silvering. Movement looks complete but not tested for timekeeping. One section of moulding coming away top left side of the trunk, small sections of moulding lost from around the edge of the door. Key to trunk door present, some wear to the bracket feet, particularly front right, it comes with two brass cased weights and a brass faced lead pendulum.


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Sold for £1,800