A fine George III oak longcase 'Cottage clock', circa 1750-80, by Henry Fisher of Preston, with 30 hour single weight movement, the clock with an extended cornice and mahogany cross banded frieze supported by two slender pillars, the brass and silvered dial with Roman numerals, minute markings and date aperture, with pierced spandrels and engraved maker's name, a panelled shallow case below with curved edges to a box base with waisted ball feet. Height 203 cm. Width 48 cm. Depth 24 cm