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Rare 17th Century Antique Figural Griffon Carved Oak Brass Lantern Clock 58"

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An exceptional hanging lantern clock from the 17th Century. The clock is housed within a hooded glass case with Grecian style carved columns, gadrooning and acanthus scrolled accents. Features a brass face with Roman Numerals, brass hands and a pierced brass pediment with inward facing cherubs, a rooster and central figure. The works are not marked, but appear to be English. The time piece and case rest on a one of a kind life like figural hand carved oak corbel pedestal centererd by a high relief Bird / Griffon. The chains and pendulum are concealed inside of the animal and can be seen below. Case backing is is bordered by scrolling acanthus leaves. Hangs along the back via a large Iron hook. Dimensions: 18 x 12 x 44; pendulum extends to 58"
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 44 in (111.76 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    17th Century
  • Condition:
    Repaired: past repairs / bracing to backing. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Structurally solid, working, some past repairs / braces to backing, chips / edgewear to carving.
  • Seller Location:
    Dayton, OH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 408011stDibs: LU5343240161072

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