English and Continental Furniture, Barometers, Clocks and Works of Art - 3rd July 2007

Lot 425

A 19th century brass skeleton clock

Estimate £1,000 - £1,500 | Hammer £450

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Description

A 19th century brass skeleton clock, the twin fusee movement with a vertical toothed lever escapement and striking on a gong, to a silvered pierced chapter ring, a plaque below inscribed 'T & J OLLIVANT, MANCHESTER,' 14.5in (37cm) h, on an oblong ebonised base and under a glass dome. Winding key. Thomas & John Ollivant, Manchester 1828-51.