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French Quarterdeck Automaton Helmsman Clock by Guilmet, Retailed by Sewill, 1881
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Antique French Quarterdeck Automaton Helmsman Clock by Andre Guilmet (Paris), Retailed by J. Sewill (London), circa 1881, an "industrial series" clock having a bronzed and silvered case in the form of the stern of a ship with aft deck and raised quarterdeck, a working binnacle compass, automated helmsman at ship's wheel acting as pendulum rocking to mark time, ship's running lights gimbal mounted on posts, deck plank details and fittings, and a seaman coiling a line, all mounted on a black marble base. The silvered dial bears Roman numerals and steel hands, and is inscribed "J. Sewill, 30 Cornhill, London. The clockworks are an 8 day time and strike driven by a two train movement with anchor escarpment.
Guilmet clocks are of superb quality, highly respected and sought after; those retailed by Sewill are favored even more. The clock is in fine original condition and has been freshly cleaned.
Measures: 12-1/4 in H x 11-3/8 in W x 8-1/2 in Deep
- Dimensions:Height: 12.25 in (31.12 cm)Width: 11.38 in (28.91 cm)Depth: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1881
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Nantucket, MA
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