An Elegant George III, well-proportioned mahogany Longcase Clock with a silvered-brass dial, by 'James Gordon of Perth.'
James Gordon is recorded as a clockmaker in Perth, Scotland, active circa 1771-1796.
The handsome hood, with cavetto cornice above a blind fretwork arch, is supported by turned 3/4 columns. The mahogany case has an arched door and plain base box raised on bracket feet, accompanied by a lovely aged-patina.
The 12" brass dial with silvered Roman and Arabic chapter, subsidiary seconds dial below 12 o'clock, calendar aperture above 6 o'clock and a sought-after strike/silent dial to the arch.
The eight-day movement has four knopped pillars, striking beautifully on a bell.
The clock comes with it's original pendulum, two weights, winding key and door key.
53cm wide x 27cm deep x 219cm high.
Priced at £1250.00
Condition:
Hood: Very minor cosmetic marks and subtle signs of it’s age.
Case: Generally excellent overall with some minor signs of age and use. Some light veneer splits to the base box. Lovely Patina.
Dial: Excellent Condition.
Movement: Very Clean, Serviced and in Full Working Order.
Tel: 01283 840 690
An Elegant George III, well-proportioned mahogany Longcase Clock with a silvered-brass dial, by 'James Gordon of Perth.'
James Gordon is recorded as a clockmaker in Perth, Scotland, active circa 1771-1796.
The handsome hood, with cavetto cornice above a blind fretwork arch, is supported by turned 3/4 columns. The mahogany case has an arched door and plain base box raised on bracket feet, accompanied by a lovely aged-patina.
The 12" brass dial with silvered Roman and Arabic chapter, subsidiary seconds dial below 12 o'clock, calendar aperture above 6 o'clock and a sought-after strike/silent dial to the arch.
The eight-day movement has four knopped pillars, striking beautifully on a bell.
The clock comes with it's original pendulum, two weights, winding key and door key.
53cm wide x 27cm deep x 219cm high.
Priced at £1250.00
Condition:
Hood: Very minor cosmetic marks and subtle signs of it’s age.
Case: Generally excellent overall with some minor signs of age and use. Some light veneer splits to the base box. Lovely Patina.
Dial: Excellent Condition.
Movement: Very Clean, Serviced and in Full Working Order.
Tel: 01283 840 690