Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Clock, Shelf |
Catalog Number |
79.35.1 |
Collection |
Timepiece |
Other Name |
English Four Posted |
Date |
1750 |
Description |
C 1750 This clock's movement is a development of the 17th century English lantern clock, with the exception of iron posts which were a substitute for the more expensive turned brass pillars. An anchor recoil escapement and seconds pendulum are used. On spaces between VI is name John Ships and Gilkes Ton which is John Gilkes and Ships Ton |
Maker |
John Gilkes |
Material |
Brass, paint |
Place of Origin |
Warwickshire, England, United Kingdom |