A fine George III mahogany longcase clock signed, George Townsend, London, circa 1775
93 in. [236 cm. ] H
21 in. [53 cm.] W
10 in. [25 cm.] D
An attractive example of a London mahogany tall clock case with brass inlaid quarter columns to the sides and hood, stepped paneled plinth with scalloped skirt; the dial with silvered chapter ring enclosing date aperture and signature plaque in the matted center, strike / silent ring in the arch flanked by dolphin spandrels. The movement runs for eight days, and strikes the hour on a bell.
Baillie records a George Townsend in London (Haymarket) circa 1750. |
