25th Jul, 2014 10:00 GMT/BST

Summer Fine Art Sale

 
Lot 1023
 

1023

An Oak Eight Day Longcase Clock, signed P.Clare, Manchester, circa 1770, caddied top, mahogany...

An Oak Eight Day Longcase Clock, signed P.Clare, Manchester, circa 1770, caddied top, mahogany crossbanded trunk door, 12-inch square brass dial, matted dial centre with seconds and date aperture, four pillar movement with anchor escapement and rack striking on a bell, 240cm high

Peter Clare is recorded as working in Manchester between 1764-1811. See G.H (Baillie) Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World, pg 58.
Not Sold
Estimated at £800 - £1,200

 

09.06.14, Case needs cleaning and waxing in parts, some scratches and minor chips to the edges, caddy appears to have been replaced at some time, slight piece of veneer lifting to the top, hood door glass is cracked, feet appear to have been replaced, movement looks complete.

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Auction: Summer Fine Art Sale, 25th Jul, 2014

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