A RARE JAMES II LONGCASE CLOCK

A RARE JAMES II LONGCASE CLOCK

The case in fine walnut veneers and elaborate coloured marquetry depicting flowers, foliage, birds and winged female mythological figures. The inked steel and gilded brass face inscribed 'Joseph Saer, Porpoole Lane, London'. One month mechanism when wound.

English circa 1690.

249.5 x 52.5 x 27cm

PROVENANCE:

Hillsborough Castle, County Down, Northern Ireland (Official Residence of UK Secretary of State and Royal Residence of Northern Ireland)

Lawsons, Sydney, 2001

Condition:

Condition: The overall condition appears to be good, consistent with age. There are no visible signs of loss or damage. Some signs of old repair work. The movement is in working order but has not been tested for time.

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