Lot 64 , Thomas Wilkins of London, a Regency ebony strung mahogany regulator

Thomas Wilkins of London, a Regency ebony strung mahogany regulator, the circular silvered dial with subsidiary Roman hours, Arabic minutes and the main dial with Arabic seconds, four pillar brass movement with anchor escapement, 45cm wide, 22cm deep, 210cm high
£2,000-3,000

Condition:
Overall in honest condition, the case of good rich reddish tone and fair state of polish, just a little matted and dusty across the top of the hood, some fine cracks running through the veneers of the hood, original lock fitted to the hood door, some notable oxidisation spots running across the dial, original trunk key with working lock, feet look to be later replacements, comes with an adjustable heavy brass pendulum and single brass cased weight. Dial is 12 inches across. Provenance: purchased from Carlton Smith 1995 for £7000

Sold for £2,000