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18th century Quarter-striking London clock
George III Period quarter striking mahogany longcase clock
by William Woodman, Chelsea, London
This is an exceptionally original London clock in superb condition. The beautifully patinated pagoda-topped case has minimal restoration (see http://charlesedwin.com), and the eight day movement strikes the quarter hours on a nest of eight bells. Strike silencing is also featured. The dial is very n...
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18th century northern English quarter-striking clock
George III Period Northern English quarter-striking
longcase clock by Peter Fearnley, Wigan, Lancashire.
As horologically interesting as it is physically impressive, this mahogany clock has a substantial case that is scaled to support its 14.5-inch brass dial and very heavy five-pillar movement. It has three trains-- time, hourly strike, and quarter- strike; a full annual calendar, a sweep-c...
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18th century mahogany longcase clock
George III Period 'Lancashire Chippendale'
longcase clock by Thomas Worswick, Lancaster
Slim and elegant, this northern English clock has distinctive design features favored by the Gillows cabinetmakers: an architectural pediment with panels of Chippendale-inspired geometric fretwork, and shaped and dentil mouldings around the hood door. The long shaped door is veneered with sabicu, an exotic...
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An Eighteenth Century Mulberry Roll Top Desk
An Austrian cylinder desk dating from the Late Eighteenth Century. This neo-classical desk is a rare example in that it is entirely veneered in Mulberry wood - the distinctive figuring and color make this an exceptional piece. The cylinder top rolls back to reveal a fitted interior. The desk rests on four square tapering legs leading to carved paw feet.
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A Victorian Walnut Conversation Sofa
SOLD
An elegant Victorian Walnut deep button upholstered conversation sofa. The central carved motif has four curving arms with scrolled ends dividing the four seats. The shaped base leads to four finely carved carbriole legs.
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