Lot 368 , A large mahogany wall clock, William New, Trowbridge, with Roman numeral dial, associated single fusee movement with verge escapement, 49cm in diameter. Condition - fair to good, not tested

A large mahogany wall clock, William New, Trowbridge, with Roman numeral dial, associated single fusee movement with verge escapement, 49cm in diameter. Condition - fair to good, not tested
£150-200

Condition:
Dial with light craquelure, not serious; dial believed to be metal, not wood; not repainted and with fine craquelure; glass and hands good; the frame’s drop-door with lifted and missing sections - attention needed; box-back good although one of the four securing pegs missing. Movement and plates appear fresh and bright; no missing parts noted but movement does not have a key. Movement believed to be associated with some unexplained screwholes; has been wound and appears to be working over four hours, but not guaranteed. Age late 18th century. New pillars have been attached to the rear of the dial.

Sold for £380