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A rare 17th century English eight-day spring-driven table clock by J Gerrard

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A Rare Late 17th Century English Eight-Day Spring-Driven Table Clock, Circa 1700. England Signed J. Gerrard. This exceptional late 17th-century English eight-day table clock is a superb example of period clockmaking, displaying both fine craftsmanship and restrained elegance. Signed by J. Gerrard, London, the clock exemplifies the refined aesthetic and precision engineering characteristic of the late 17th and early 18th-century timepieces. The clock is housed in an austere ebony-veneered case with beautifully executed bolection mouldings to the front door, lending a sense of architectural restraint and sophistication. Rectangular glazed windows on both sides allow for an unobstructed view of the intricate movement, offering both form and function. The domed top enhances the graceful proportions of the case, which rests securely on four wooden block feet. The clock boasts a fine rectangular brass dial with a matted centre and delicately ringed winding holes. An applied silvered chapter ring encircles the dial, engraved with: Outer minute ring featuring Arabic five-minute numerals and smaller 7½-minute markers. Central Roman numerals (I-XII) for the hours with half-hour markers. An inner quarter-hour division, highlighting precision timekeeping. The dial incorporates: A date aperture positioned above VI. A false pendulum aperture located below XII. Decorative gilt-brass winged cherub-head spandrels adorning each corner. The time is indicated by an elegant and finely pierced pair of blued steel hands, crafted with precision and artistry. The raised signature cartouche at the dial’s top is engraved J. Gerrard, London, affirming its provenance. The eight-day twin fusee brass movement is robust and sophisticated, featuring: Five pillars for added stability and early fusees with open click work. Verge escapement with a short knife-suspended pendulum, reflecting the traditional mechanisms of the period. Rack striking mechanism, fully indicating the hours on a single bell. A pull-quarter repeat mechanism, sounding on a harmonious nest of four bells, each differing in pitch. The backplate is profusely engraved in a beautiful, period-appropriate style, surrounding a signature cartouche reading John Gerrard, London. The Maker: John Gerrard was an accomplished clockmaker working in St. Martin-in-the-Fields, London, at the turn of the 18th century. Parish records show Gerrard and his wife, Martha, had several children baptized there in the early 1700s, supporting the attribution of this fine clock to him. Another maker of the same name was active later, but the stylistic and mechanical features of this clock firmly place it in the earlier period. Condition: Good condition, with wear consistent with age and use. Retains its original patina and mechanical integrity, reflecting its historical authenticity. Dimensions: To be provided upon request. This rare and exquisite J. Gerrard table clock represents the pinnacle of late 17th-century English horology. Its austere elegance, intricate movement, and sophisticated striking mechanisms make it a superb collector’s piece and an enduring testament to the artistry and engineering of London clockmakers.

Dimensions:
Height: 0.4 in (1 cm)Width: 0.4 in (1 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)
Style:
William and Mary (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Brass,Ebony
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
17th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1700
Condition:
Replacements made. Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use. The repeat work was partly restored to the original pattern. Several missing parts were made in the correct style.
Seller Location:
Oxfordshire, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU4936242749262

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