English Regency period mantle or bracket clock by Thwaites & Reed, Clerkenwell, London, c. 1830

By mst1900, 31 May, 2010
Description

English Regency period mantle, or bracket, clock. By Thwaites & Reed, Clerkenwell, London, ca. 1830. Classic Grecian architectural design in mahogany veneer and fine brass inlaid decoration, Sphrinx pediment, brass side pulls, carved quarter colums terminationg in Corinthian caps. Eight-day brass movement with hour strike.

Category
Clocks
Medium
mahogany veneer, fine brass decoration, Sphinx pediment, brass movement
Distinguishing marks
Thwaites & Reed, Clerkenwell, London
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
21" high plus 2" Sphrinx
Date Period
c 1830
Weight
20 lbs
History
purchased from antique clock specialist London 1970s
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
$1,200
For Sale?
No
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