Summary
Longcase clock, James Nicoll, Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland, circa 1740.
Physical Description
Small 'grandmother' case with break arch dial and scrolls. Circular maker's plate in arch. The brass dial has cherubs in spandrels and the chapter ring has outer circle for minutes (arabic) and inner circle for hours (roman). Centre of dial inscribed with foliage. Weight driven; anchor escapement.
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Acquisition Information
Loan & Subsequent Bequest from Mr John Askew, 02 Mar 1936
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Maker
Mr James Nicoll, Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland, Great Britain, circa 1740
B. Loomes, Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World, p.172 gives dates of 1721-1760. -
Inscriptions
Maker's plate marked 'James Nicoll, Canongate'. Handwritten label inside case: 'Case over 100 years old. Case made from old mahogany bedstead. 2-16-10' [1910?]
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Overall Dimensions
28 cm (Length), 25 cm (Width), 162 cm (Height)
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References
[Journal] Craig, David & Hunter, John. Clocks Magazine., November 2012, 19 - 22 Pages
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