Georgian Kingwood Bracket Clock by William Turner of London
Description
An elegant and rare kingwood veneered George III antique bracket or table clock, with ebonised moulding to the plinth, and ebonised cylindrical shaped moulds finished with a pagoda shaped top. The case has a decoratively engraved brass bezel with inset panel and brass border, and stands on brass ball feet.
The 6 inch painted dish dial has Roman numerals and strike silent feature with the makers name -
Turner
Fenchurch Street
London
The movement is an eight day duration, five pillar, twin fusee with pull repeat action, and strikes the hours on a bell. The back plate and pendulum are nicely engraved and also have the makers name.
The clock movement has been cleaned and serviced and comes with a 12 month guarantee.
William Turner was born around 1800 and was recorded at working at 167 Fenchurch Street in London. He gained his freedom of the Clockmaker's Company in 1821. He died in 1839