AN ENGLISH LANTERN CLOCK
AN ENGLISH LANTERN CLOCK
By Richard Rayment (1686-1754) of Bury St. Edmonds. The case with five finials and three pierced frets over a wide chapter ring with lozenge half hour markers. The dial centre with maker's signature and foliate scrolls, the movement with anchor escapements and counterwheel strike.
English circa 1700.
Height 39cm
LITERATURE:
It was said of Richard Rayment that he was "one of Suffolk's most important makers", probably on accounf of the sheer variety and volume of his output. Richard Rayment was not only a fine craftsman, he was also very successful in business.
Condition:
Condition: The condition is good with no visible signs of damage, repair or losses. The movement is in working order but has not been tested for time.
The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect articles for sale at our pre-sale viewing where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice.
Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.
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AN ENGLISH LANTERN CLOCK
By Richard Rayment (1686-1754) of Bury St. Edmonds. The case with five finials and three pierced frets over a wide chapter ring with lozenge half hour markers. The dial centre with maker's signature and foliate scrolls, the movement with anchor escapements and counterwheel strike.
English circa 1700.
Height 39cm
LITERATURE:
It was said of Richard Rayment that he was "one of Suffolk's most important makers", probably on accounf of the sheer variety and volume of his output. Richard Rayment was not only a fine craftsman, he was also very successful in business.
Condition:
Condition: The condition is good with no visible signs of damage, repair or losses. The movement is in working order but has not been tested for time.
The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect articles for sale at our pre-sale viewing where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice.
Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.
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