A fine quality small sized rosewood library mantel clock by Walker & Jones of Sydney & London, c.1840

Maker: Walker and Jones - Sydney and London
Date: Circa 1840
Height: 9.25" Width: 7" Depth: 5.25"
Price: Sold

Overview

A fine quality 5 glass rosewood linbrary timepiece mantel clock, by Walker & Jones of Sydney & London.

Case

The high quality small sized five glass case veneered in beautifully figured rosewood. The sides with the original thick bevelled edged glazed viewing windows. The top with glazed window showing the anchor escapement movement. The original locks to the rear and front glazed doors.

Dial

The original gilded dial engraved to the corners and engine turned decoration to the dial centre. Roman chapter ring with outer minute track.

Movement

The high quality chain driven single fusee movement of eight day duration, united by four knopped pillars, with the original anchor escapement. Signed to the back plate Walker and Jones Sydney and London numbered 871. Brass bob pendulum, with London style rating adjustment and screwed pendulum restraint.