Early eighteenth century lantern clock by Amant
of Paris converted later to English double fusee
spring drive, after restoration
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Lantern clock of the late 1690s by Daniel Moore of London, converted later to double fusee spring movement, after restoration.
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Tiny hanging alarm clock, only 5 inches by 7 inches by 2 inches, believed Austrian, late 18th-19th century, with alarmwork, original verge pendulum in front of the dial, known as a 'Kuhschwanz' or cowtail pendulum.
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Very fine lantern clock made about 1690 by a scarce maker, John Michell of Chardstock (formerly in Dorset county but now in Somerset), signed 'J. Michell Chardstock fec', originally verge pendulum converted later to anchor escapement, was probably untouched in two centuries, now cleaned by us, very rare type with matted centre, pictured after restoration. See article
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French style bracket clock in walnut, late
19th century, German movement by Lenzkirk |
Traditional hour-striking lantern clock with verge pendulum made about 1710 signed 'Markwick Markham London' the partnership of James Markwick (b.1662- d.1730) and his son-in-law, Robert Markham (b.c.1680-d.1741). This is a Turkish market clock, which is exceptionally unusual in this traditional shape. Original alarmwork inside backplate - see article.
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A fine lantern clock, the only one so far documented by Benjamin Wolverston of London, dating from the 1650s-60s, originally balance wheel and converted anciently to anchor escapement. The maker was working from 1656 and in not recorded after 1668. Superb engraving.
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A fine Wiltshire lantern clock made about 1710-20 by Zephaniah Bullock of Box, with many West Country features, converted later to English double fusee spring drive. Pictured after restoration.
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