Mantel clock-skeleton in the form of the Gothic cathedral with a quarter chime
Mantel clock-skeleton in the form of the Gothic cathedral with a quarter chime
England, London
1863
John Smith & Son
Brass, blued steel, velvet, wood; casting, silvering, engraving, mounting
Height 66 cm; musical cylinder length 16 cm
Retailer's mark: "Mouland, Walworth Road, London"
Plate with dedicatory inscription on the base "Presented to George Andrew Spottiswoode Esq. by the persons in his employment on the occasion of his marriage. April 9th 1863". Striking mechanism with eight bells and eight hammers is above the clock dial.
Инв.1592/ММП