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18th Century Antique Ebonized Bracket Clock by William Kipling of London

About the Item

A good early 18th century bracket timepiece with quarter – repeat by this well-known London clockmaker. The well proportioned compact ebonized inverted bell-top case has a brass carrying handle with pierced wood frets to the front and rear doors. The attractive brass dial has date and mock pendulum apertures with signed shallow arch. The movement with verge escapement and pull quarter repeat on two bells, has a wonderfully engraved backplate bearing the maker’s signature with a cartouche.
  • Creator:
    William Kipling (Clockmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Width: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    George II (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Ebonized
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1720
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Only the necessary professional cleaning and maintenance of the working mechanism to ensure its good working order and reliability. Essential cleaning and waxing of the wood case to preserve its patina and colour. Wear consistent with age and use. Condition of this clock is excellent. Any further details available will be given freely and frankly upon request.
  • Seller Location:
    Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU96978900023
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