Small size English ebonised veneer Bracket Clock signed Grimalde & Johnson, Strand, London on the dial and on the backplate, circa 1820.
Very fine quality movement with fusee winding and gutline transmission, anchor recoil escapement with steel suspension and original locking nut for transport. Silvered brass dial with black lacquer Roman numerals and blued steel hands. Autonomy 8 days.
Dimensions
Height: 28cm (11 in) with raised handle, Width: 15cm (6 in), Depth: 15.5cm (4.3 in)
Grimalde & Johnson
Recorded as active in London, 1810-1825
Specialists in small size Bracket Clocks
Bibliography
Richard Barder, The Georgian Bracket Clock 1714-1830, 1993;
G.H.Baillie, Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World, 1925.
Price
€ 8500.-


