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A rare 18th century ebonised bracket clock with Carillon and…
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Sydney
Date:
2-Dec-2019
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A rare 18th century ebonised bracket clock with Carillon and bird automaton, made by John Henry Borrell (1757-1840). The ebonised wood case with ornamental brass inlays, gilt applications and enamel dial. The case in the shape of a neo-Gothic arch. Beneath the dial is a double-door engraved with bird motif. Behind this a moveable bird. 8-day quarter striking three train fusee movement. Engraved back plate signed 'J.H. Borrell, London'. This clock was probably made for the Chinese market. John Henry Borrell was a Huguenot Swiss clockmaker living in London since 1805. English circa 1790. 91 x 24.5 x 45 cm. Provenance: G E Marsh, Winchester, U.K.
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Unclassified