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3275 John Simpson London. c.1750

John Simpson London. c.1750

A fine lacquered eight day long case clock, the 11” arched brass dial with silvered hour and seconds chapter rings, and date aperture, and strike/silent indicator in the arch. The pagoda top case is decorated with tortoiseshell lacquer, depicting a large floral bouquet to the door, and the plinth, a more traditional Chinese scene. ‘7’3” high’

Stock No. 3275
Price: £5,500

It is not possible to identify the maker of this clock as there are several makers of this name working in London at the appropriate date.