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Late 18th Century Oak and Mahogany Cross Banded Longcase Clock. Domed Hood With Broken Swan Neck Pediment. Arch Painted Face With Hunting Scene Above The Dial With Roman Numerals, Dated Aperture and Second Hand Flanked By Reeded Columns. Eight Day Movement Striking on a Bell. Marked Rob't Sutton of Stafford. Height 6 feet 10 inches tall by 9 inches deep and 20 inches wide. Having Once Belonged to William Palmer Also Known as the Rugeley Poisoner or the Prince of Poisoners. Palmer was an English doctor found guilty of murdering his patients for financial gain. Charles Dickens called Palmer "the greatest villain that ever stood in the Old Bailey". Palmer was convicted for the 1855 murder of his friend John Cook, and was executed in public by hanging in June 1856. Shipping is available. Please ask for a quote before bidding. Where possible we combine shipping costs. Remember, if you are the highest bidder above reserve on this Lot you have bought the item and are legally responsible for the item. Viewing is recommended in either person or via video link. Contact us to arrange.