Summary
Longcase clock, made by Benjamin Collier (or Collyer), London, circa 1720.
Physical Description
Wooden case with scrolls on pediment above flat top, three quarter columns at sides. Calendar aperture above six. Female figures in ornaments of spandrels. Back plate of dial is from another clock. Anchor escapement.
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Acquisition Information
Loan & Subsequent Bequest from Mr John Askew, 28 Sep 1934
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Maker
Mr Benjamin Collier, London, England, Great Britain, circa 1700
G.H. Baillie, Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World, p.63 gives dates of 1684-1730 for Benjamin Collier. -
Inscriptions
Square brass dial chapter marked 'Ben Collyer, London'.
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Overall Dimensions
44 cm (Length), 22 cm (Width), 207 cm (Height)
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