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18th Century Chippendale Tall Case Clock with Rocking Ship Automaton

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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. 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.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 89.5 in (227.33 cm)Width: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Depth: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)
  • Style:
    Chippendale (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Iron,Mahogany
  • Place of Origin:
    Ireland, Northern
  • Period:
    Late 18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1778-1795
  • Condition:
    Repaired: 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.
  • Seller Location:
    Essex, MA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU864535013022

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