Lot 247 , William Page of London. An early 18th century walnut bracket clock, height 13.5in.
William Page of London. An early 18th century walnut bracket clock, with twin fusee anchor escapement movement inscribed Wm Page, West End Clock Manufacturer, Great Portland Street, London, no.568, height 13.5in.
Estimate £500-700
Case has been extensively restored and is now in a very high finish, silvered plaque and silvered chapter ring both oxidised but otherwise dial looks good, signs of small old repairs to cracks and splits in the case with one small section of veneer lifting up just above the glazed quarter section in the top right, movement looks original but not tested for timekeeping, comes with pendulum and key that works both doors, hinges on the back door have been altered, overall very good condition.
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Sold for £1,100