IRISH TALL-CASE CLOCK BY WILLIAM HERON
Late 18th Century
Mahogany case, the bonnet with a scrolled broken arch pediment and the trunk with quarter columns. Rocking ship movement in lunette. Dial marked “William Heron Newtown-Ards”. Works original to case and are being cleaned by our clock man and are fully functioning.
Late 18th Century
Mahogany case, the bonnet with a scrolled broken arch pediment and the trunk with quarter columns. Rocking ship movement in lunette. Dial marked “William Heron Newtown-Ards”. Works original to case and are being cleaned by our clock man and are fully functioning.
Notes: “Rocking Ship” clock mechanisms employ a simple yet charming automaton. The painted ship rocks on the waves with every swing of the pendulum giving the tall case clock a wonderful presence, highly sought after by clock collectors and those who love the ocean.
William Heron was active in Newtownards in the North of Ireland from 1778-1795. He later took up shop in Liverpool between 1795 and 1800.
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Dimensions:Height: 89.5 in (227.33 cm)Width: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Depth: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)
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Style:Chippendale(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:BrassIronMahogany
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Place of Origin:Ireland, Northern
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Period:Late 18th Century
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Date of Manufacture:1778-1795
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Condition:GoodRepaired: Very minor case restoration. All original case to works.
–works being cleaned by our profession clock person and are fully functioning. Wear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:Essex, MA
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Reference Number:Seller: LU864535013022
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