William Clarke Lantern Clock for the Turkish Market

Description:

William Clarke Lantern Clock for the Turkish Market, London, arched brass dial with maker's boss in arch engraved "Wm. Clarke, London," applied chapter ring with "Turkish" numerals enclosing the matted center, cast spandrels at the corners, posted frame time and strike movement with verge escapement powered by a weight and regulated by a short pendulum, with a later wooden wall bracket, clock ht. 11 in.
Estimate $400-500

Lacking proper weight.


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