An early Victorian silver mantel clock, the drum head on gothic arch supports edged with stylised foliage, the platform balance movement quarter-striking 'ting-tang' on two bells and having engraved dial with enamel roman chapters, by C. Williamson, Royal Exchange, London, the case by Charles Reily & George Storer, London 1844, on stepped verde antico platform base, 41cm high overall
Sold for £6,200
Estimated at £1,000 - £1,500
An early Victorian silver mantel clock, the drum head on gothic arch supports edged with stylised foliage, the platform balance movement quarter-striking 'ting-tang' on two bells and having engraved dial with enamel roman chapters, by C. Williamson, Royal Exchange, London, the case by Charles Reily & George Storer, London 1844, on stepped verde antico platform base, 41cm high overall
Movement probably fusee but concealed from view. Large hand missing end and bent. Some scratches to the face, movement not tested.
Width at base 22.5cm, depth at base 12cm.
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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 27th Apr, 2023
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