William Ward of London. A George III mahogany bracket clock,...

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William Ward of London. A George III mahogany bracket clock, the plain architectural case with arched silver dial with strike / silent selector, signed William Ward, London, eight day twin fusee movement with scroll engraved backplate signed Wilm Ward Bloomsbury, with verge escapement and bob pendulum, 30cm wide, 20cm deep, 50cm high

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Overall in good condition, the case of a rich reddish brown mahogany tone and fair state of polish, front door has working key for the lock, dial looks to have been restored at some time but now slightly rubbed particularly over the maker's name, top brass handle slightly bent out of shape, feet slightly pushed downwards, movement looks complete and to be in good clean order but not tested for timekeeping, comes with an associated key.

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Auction Date:
8th Oct 24 at 10am BST

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