Summary
Longcase clock, made in England, circa 1870. With lunar calendar and chimes.
Physical Description
Break arch dial below pediment with carved scroll. Lunar calendar under arch. Gilt cherub ornaments in spandrels, on brass. Silvered chapter with outer ring for minutes (arabic) and inner for hours (roman). Centre dial has inscribed foliage. Seconds dial under twelve. Trunk has glass door showing weights, chimes and pendulum.
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Acquisition Information
Loan & Subsequent Bequest from Mr John Askew, 17 Mar 1941
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Overall Dimensions
58 cm (Length), 39 cm (Width), 237 cm (Height)
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Exhibition Collection Management
2360 mm (Length), 510 mm (Width), 350 mm (Height)
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Dimensions
580 mm (Width), 2370 mm (Height)
Measurement From Conservation. ERROR:height:1=D: 390mm Measuring Method: Maximum dimensions of case.
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Keywords
Calendar Clocks, Chiming & Musical Clocks, Longcase Clocks, Lunar Dial Clocks, Striking Clocks, Horology