The Contents of Orchard Farm House, Stanton, Broadway, Worcestershire - 17th April 2007

Lot 73

A Cromwellian brass lantern clock

Estimate £2,500 - £3,500 | Hammer £5500

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Description

A Cromwellian brass lantern clock, the verge escapement striking on a bell within a hook and spike pillared frame, to a 6.25in (16.5cm) chapter ring, the rose and tulip engraved centre inscribed 'Thomas Knifton at the 'crossed keys symbol' in Lothbury Londini,' with a single hand, the case with urn finials and pierced shield and foliage crestings and turned feet, 15in (38cm) high. Thomas Knifton was working at Ye Cross Keys, Lothbury, London, 1640 - 57.