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17th Century Antique Ebony and Gilt Table Clock by Edward Burgis of London

About the Item

A rare James II ebony and gilt-metal basket-top quarter-striking spring table clock. The latched 7 1/4 inch square dial has a matted centre, silvered and engraved chapter-ring with strike or silent above 'XII'. The three-train verge fusee movement quarter-strikes on two bells and has a beautifully engraved backplate with tulips and scrollwork, and the maker's name 'Edward Burgis Londini fecit'. Literature: Edward Burgis lived in St Saviour's Southwark. Although he seems never to have joined the Clockmakers' Company, he was well respected by them and was asked to adjudicate a clockmaking contest on their behalf. Longcase, bracket, and lantern clocks by him survive. He was active from probably the 1670s until well into the first quarter of the 18th century. See Brian Loomes, Clockmakers of Britain 1286-1700 (2014), p. 102.
  • Creator:
    Edward Burgis (Clockmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Jacobean (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1685
  • 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: LU969711290883
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